Proverbs 27:8

International Standard Version

⁸Like a bird that strays from its nest
is a man who wanders away from his home.^[a]

Footnotes

Proverbs 27:8 Lit. place

Proverbs 27:8 in all English translations

Proverbs 27:15-16

International Standard Version

¹⁵A continual dripping on a rainy day
and a contentious wife are alike.
¹⁶Trying to keep her in check is like stopping a wind storm
or grabbing oil with your right hand.

Read full chapter

International Standard Version (ISV)

Proverbs 27:8 International Standard Version

Footnotes

Proverbs 27:15-16 International Standard Version

Proverbs 27:8

International Standard Version

Proverbs 27:15-16

International Standard Version