Proverbs 1:31 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Proverbs 1:31
The verse states the principle of reaping what one sows.
What Does Proverbs 1:31 Mean?
To eat of the fruit of one's own way is to reap what one has sown. The rejectors have chosen a path of ignorance and pride; now they will harvest the bitter fruits of that path. They will be filled with their own devices—the schemes and plans they devised in rejection of Wisdom.
This is not imposed punishment but the natural working out of cause and effect. Every choice produces fruit. By choosing the path of foolishness, they have chosen its harvest as well. They are not victims but agents of their own fate.
Proverbs 1:31 in the Original Language
Devices (מְזִמּוֹת, mezimot) — schemes, plans, or devices born of human will rather than divine wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 1:31
What does Proverbs 1:31 mean?
The rejectors will experience the consequences of their own choices.
What is the context of Proverbs 1:31?
The verse states the principle of reaping what one sows.