Proverbs 24:22 Meaning and Explanation
“For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Rebellion against God and authority brings sudden disaster and ruin beyond calculation.
The Context of Proverbs 24:22
The verse explains the danger of associating with those who rebel.
What Does Proverbs 24:22 Mean?
Those who constantly rebel and incite change invite sudden judgment. What they have built collapses swiftly because it was never grounded in truth or order. The ruin extends both to the rebel and to those foolish enough to follow them.
The phrase 'who knoweth the ruin of them both' underscores that the damage is profound and unpredictable. To meddle with rebels is to court unknown and devastating consequences.
Proverbs 24:22 in the Original Language
calamity (אד ad) — misery, disaster, or ruin that strikes suddenly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 24:22
What does Proverbs 24:22 mean?
Rebellion against God and authority brings sudden disaster and ruin beyond calculation.
What is the context of Proverbs 24:22?
The verse explains the danger of associating with those who rebel.