Proverbs 13:22

Amharic New Standard Translation (አማርኛ አዲሱ መደበኛ ትርጉም) 2005

ደግ ሰው ለልጅ ልጆቹ የሚተላለፍ ሀብት ያገኛል፤ የኃጢአተኞችን ሀብት ግን ቅን ሰዎች ይወርሱታል።

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Proverbs says that a good person passes down a good legacy to future generations, while the wealth of bad people eventually benefits those who are righteous. It speaks about the lasting impact of one's actions and the eventual justice in life.

Explained for Children

Imagine you plant a tree. If you take care of it, your kids and grandkids can enjoy its shade. But if someone takes a tree down, the wood might be used to help others build a nice house. That’s kind of what this verse means.

Historical Background

Proverbs was written by King Solomon and others around 900 B.C. It aims to teach wisdom and ethics to the Israelite people. The context reflects a society that values family heritage and the consequences of one's actions.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where a family runs a successful business for generations. The business's values and practices can either sustain its success or lead to failure, depending on how the family manages it. This verse highlights how the fruits of one's labor can impact future generations positively or negatively.

Topics

• wisdom
• legacy
• justice
• wealth
• righteousness
• consequences

Related Verses

• Proverbs 11:18
• Proverbs 10:2
• Psalm 37:18
• Ecclesiastes 2:26
• Matthew 19:29

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this verse relate to family legacy?

This verse suggests that the actions and values of family members can have lasting impacts on future generations, either positively or negatively.

Does this verse imply that sinners can never benefit from their wealth?

While the verse indicates that a sinner's wealth may eventually benefit the righteous, it doesn't mean sinners cannot enjoy their wealth, but it implies a broader justice in how wealth is distributed over time.

How does this verse relate to business practices?

Businesses can benefit from this verse by considering how their practices affect future generations and ensuring they contribute positively to society and their employees.

What does this verse say about justice?

It suggests a form of justice where the wealth and outcomes of one's actions eventually align with moral righteousness, benefiting those who act justly.