Proverbs 21:12 Meaning and Explanation
“The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The righteous carefully observe how God judges the wicked; God's justice is ultimately reliable.
The Context of Proverbs 21:12
God's justice toward the wicked instructs the righteous.
What Does Proverbs 21:12 Mean?
The righteous person 'wisely considereth'—carefully observes and thinks about—what happens to the wicked. They watch and learn from God's patterns of judgment, seeing how evil runs its course and how God's justice operates in the world. This observation builds faith and wisdom.
The assurance follows: God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness. Whatever temporary success the wicked enjoy, their house falls. This is not merely hope but an observable pattern. The righteous, by paying attention, learn to trust God's character and methods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 21:12
What does Proverbs 21:12 mean?
The righteous carefully observe how God judges the wicked; God's justice is ultimately reliable.
What is the context of Proverbs 21:12?
God's justice toward the wicked instructs the righteous.