Proverbs 25:24
What does Proverbs 25:24 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 25:24 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
KJV
King James Version · 1611It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949It is better to be living in an angle of the house-top, than with a bitter-tongued woman in a wide house.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862Better to sit on a corner of a roof, Than <FI>with<Fi> a woman of contentions, and a house of company.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752It is better to sit in a corner of the housetop: than with a brawling woman, and in a common house.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a contentious woman, and a house in common.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Proverbs 19:13
A foolish son is the calamity of his father; And the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping.
- Proverbs 27:15
A continual dropping in a very rainy day And a contentious woman are alike:
- Proverbs 21:9
It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
- Proverbs 21:19
It is better to dwell in a desert land, Than with a contentious and fretful woman.
Related questions readers ask
Keep reading
Want to dig deeper? Explore Proverbs 25
Hand-picked devotionals, topical studies, and pastoral answers that draw on Proverbs 25.
Topics that quote it
Topic
Bible Verses About Loving Enemies
The Bible calls believers to a radical love that extends even to those who mistreat or oppose them
Topic
Bible Verses About Hospitality
Hospitality, a sacred duty and a joyful expression of love, invites us to open our homes and hearts to others, serving as a powerful witness to God’s gracious character.
Topic
Bible Verses About Self-Control
Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit, helping believers live righteously and honor God in every area of life
What the Bible says about…
Verses for this moment
Verses for
Bible Verses for Anxiety Before a Job Interview
Quiet your nerves and walk in with steady steps — six verses to pray on the way.
Verses for
Bible Verses for When You Can't Sleep Because of Anxious Thoughts
Verses to read in bed when your mind won't stop.
Verses for
Bible Verses for Fear of Failure
When the fear of failing is louder than the dream — verses to keep moving.