Proverbs 15:27 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Someone who is greedy for profit brings trouble to their own family, but someone who refuses bribes will have a good life.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is warning that greed destroys families, while integrity leads to a meaningful life.

📚 Historical Context

Proverbs is a book of wisdom literature attributed to King Solomon, written in ancient Israel around the 10th century BC, as part of a tradition of teaching moral and ethical principles through short sayings. It reflects the cultural emphasis on practical wisdom for daily life in a society where economic disparities and temptations like bribery were common. In this verse, the proverb warns about the destructive effects of greed on one's family, contrasting it with the benefits of rejecting illicit gains.

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