Proverbs 26:27

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

مَنْ يَحْفُرُ حُفرَةً لِغَيرِهِ يَقَعُ فِيهَا. وَمَنْ يُدَحرِجُ حَجَرًا عَلَى غَيرِهِ يَرْجِعُ الحَجَرُ عَلَيْهِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that someone who plans to harm others will end up hurting themselves instead. It's about the consequences of one's actions and how they can come back to haunt the person. The message is clear: be careful what you wish for, as you might just get it.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with a toy and you decide to throw it at someone. But guess what? That toy might come back and hit you instead! That's what this verse is saying. It's like karma, but in a way that teaches us to be kind.

Historical Background

Proverbs 26:27 is part of the Book of Proverbs, a collection of wise sayings likely compiled over several centuries and attributed to King Solomon. The audience was the general Israelite population, and it was meant to offer practical wisdom for daily living.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can apply to someone who spreads rumors about a colleague. Instead of damaging the colleague's reputation, the rumor might end up revealing the truth about the person spreading the lies, leading to their downfall.

Topics

• consequences
• wisdom
• vengeance
• retribution
• justice
• karma

Related Verses

• Proverbs 26:27
• Psalm 7:15-16
• Genesis 40:23
• Romans 12:19
• Galatians 6:7

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'diggeth a pit' mean in this context?

In this context, 'diggeth a pit' means someone is planning to harm another, like setting a trap or planning a harmful act, expecting it to hurt the intended target.

Can you provide an example of how this verse applies to modern workplace scenarios?

In a modern workplace, if an employee tries to sabotage a colleague to get a promotion, the sabotage might be uncovered, leading to the saboteur's own downfall.

What is the significance of this verse in the Book of Proverbs?

This verse in Proverbs serves as a cautionary tale, emphasizing that actions have consequences and that harm intended for others can often rebound on the perpetrator.

How does this verse relate to the concept of karma?

This verse reflects the idea of karma, where the consequences of one's actions return to them, whether good or bad. It teaches that what goes around comes around.