KJV ORIGINAL
Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Foolish people laugh at sin and don't take it seriously, but those who do what's right find God's approval and blessing.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is contrasting how foolish people treat sin lightly while righteous people receive God's favor.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from the collection of wisdom sayings traditionally attributed to King Solomon, written around 950-700 BC. In ancient Israel, wisdom literature like Proverbs was used to teach young people about moral living and the consequences of their choices. The contrast between 'fools' and 'the righteous' was a common teaching method to show the clear difference between wise and unwise living.
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