Proverbs 10:25

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

As the whirlwind passeth, so [is] the wicked no [more]: but the righteous [is] an everlasting foundation.

Complete Jewish Bible:

When the storm has passed, the wicked are gone; but the righteous are firmly established forever.

Berean Standard Bible:

When the whirlwind passes, the wicked are no more, but the righteous are secure forever.

American Standard Version:

When the whirlwind passeth, the wicked is no more; But the righteous is an everlasting foundation.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

As the whirlwind^{H5492} passeth^{H5674}, so is the wicked^{H7563} no more: but the righteous^{H6662} is an everlasting^{H5769} foundation^{H3247}.

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Commentary for Proverbs 10:25

Proverbs 10:25 is part of the Old Testament's Wisdom Literature, specifically found in the book of Proverbs, which is traditionally attributed to King Solomon, known for his wisdom. This verse encapsulates a theme common in biblical wisdom literature: the contrast between the fates of the righteous and the wicked.

The historical context of this verse is set within the ancient Near Eastern milieu, where the Israelites lived among other nations and cultures that often had differing worldviews and moral systems. The book of Proverbs, written circa 900 BCE, reflects the values and ethical teachings of the Israelite people, emphasizing the importance of wisdom, understanding, and righteous living as key to a stable and prosperous life.

In the verse, the imagery of the "whirlwind" is used to illustrate the transient nature of the wicked. Just as a whirlwind swiftly passes and is gone, leaving no lasting impact, so too is the life and influence of the wicked seen as fleeting and impermanent. This metaphor suggests that the wicked may appear powerful or threatening in the moment, but ultimately, their presence and actions are temporary and inconsequential.

In contrast, the righteous are described as an "everlasting foundation." This suggests permanence, reliability, and enduring strength. The righteous are seen as those who contribute to the stability and well-being of society. Their integrity, moral fortitude, and good deeds are likened to a solid foundation that remains steadfast through time, providing security and continuity for future generations.

The themes of impermanence versus enduring legacy are universal and timeless, transcending the historical context of the verse. Proverbs 10:25 reassures the reader of the ultimate futility of wickedness and the lasting impact of righteous living, encouraging adherence to a moral life and the pursuit of wisdom.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H5492
   There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: סוּפָה
   Transliteration: çûwphâh
   Pronunciation: soo-faw'
   Description: from סוּף; a hurricane; Red Sea, storm, tempest, whirlwind, Red sea.
   
2. Strong's Number: H5674
   There are 493 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָבַר
   Transliteration: ʻâbar
   Pronunciation: aw-bar'
   Description: a primitive root; to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in copulation); alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath.
   
3. Strong's Number: H7563
   There are 249 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: רָשָׁע
   Transliteration: râshâʻ
   Pronunciation: raw-shaw'
   Description: from רָשַׁע; morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person; [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong.
   
4. Strong's Number: H6662
   There are 197 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צַדִּיק
   Transliteration: tsaddîyq
   Pronunciation: tsad-deek'
   Description: from צָדַק; just; just, lawful, righteous (man).
   
5. Strong's Number: H5769
   There are 414 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עוֹלָם
   Transliteration: ʻôwlâm
   Pronunciation: o-lawm'
   Description: or עֹלָם; from עָלַם; properly, concealed, i.e. the vanishing point; generally, time out of mind (past or future), i.e. (practically) eternity; frequentatively, adverbial (especially with prepositional prefix) always; alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare נֶצַח, עַד.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3247
   There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְסוֹד
   Transliteration: yᵉçôwd
   Pronunciation: yes-ode'
   Description: from יָסַד; a foundation (literally or figuratively); bottom, foundation, repairing