Proverbs 27:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Trying to hide a contentious person is futile; their nature inevitably shows.
The Context of Proverbs 27:16
A truth about the futility of concealing someone's contentious nature.
What Does Proverbs 27:16 Mean?
To hide a contentious woman is like trying to hide the wind—impossible. Her nature will be revealed despite any attempt to conceal it. Ointment on the right hand, though you try to hide it, betrays its presence through its scent.
The proverb teaches that character cannot be suppressed indefinitely. A person's true nature—quarrelsome or otherwise—will manifest despite efforts to present them differently to the world.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 27:16
What does Proverbs 27:16 mean?
Trying to hide a contentious person is futile; their nature inevitably shows.
What is the context of Proverbs 27:16?
A truth about the futility of concealing someone's contentious nature.