Proverbs 28:19 Meaning and Explanation
“He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The diligent farmer enjoys abundance; the one pursuing empty pursuits falls into need.
The Context of Proverbs 28:19
A proverb contrasting the fruit of diligent work with the result of pursuing vanity.
What Does Proverbs 28:19 Mean?
The person who works the land faithfully, attending to what produces real value, secures plenty of bread. This reflects a principle of life: attention to real work and real goods produces real provision. The laborer is rewarded by nature and order.
One who follows after vain persons—chasing after worthless pursuits or being led astray by frivolous people—will have only poverty. Time spent on what is empty produces nothing. Folly leads inevitably to want.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 28:19
What does Proverbs 28:19 mean?
The diligent farmer enjoys abundance; the one pursuing empty pursuits falls into need.
What is the context of Proverbs 28:19?
A proverb contrasting the fruit of diligent work with the result of pursuing vanity.