Proverbs 11:29 Meaning and Explanation
“He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The troublemaker of his household gains nothing; the fool becomes servant to the wise.
The Context of Proverbs 11:29
The self-defeating nature of family discord and the servitude of foolishness.
What Does Proverbs 11:29 Mean?
To trouble one's own house—to sow discord, unkindness, and chaos in the family—is to work against yourself. The reward for such troublemaking is 'the wind'—nothing, emptiness, dissipation. You inherit what cannot be held or used.
The fool, by his foolishness, puts himself in subjection to the wise. Not by force but by the natural order of things: wisdom brings capability, leadership, and prosperity, while foolishness leads to dependence. The fool ends up serving the wise of heart.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 11:29
What does Proverbs 11:29 mean?
The troublemaker of his household gains nothing; the fool becomes servant to the wise.
What is the context of Proverbs 11:29?
The self-defeating nature of family discord and the servitude of foolishness.