What does Proverbs 21:11 mean?

Proverbs 21:11 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 21:11 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.

9It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.

10The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes.

11When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.

12The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.

13Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.

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