Proverbs 27:3

Proverbs 27:3 is a verse from the Book of Proverbs in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, part of a collection of wisdom sayings traditionally attributed to King Solomon. Reliable public details about the specific human author are scarce; the verse emphasizes that a fool's provocation is a heavier burden than physical weight.

Quotes by Proverbs 27:3

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The stone is heavy, and the sand is weighty, but a fool's provocation is heavier than both. — Proverbs 27:3

The Burden of a Fool's Provocation — Proverbs 27:3

Derived from the Book of Proverbs, this wisdom literature in the Bible often conveys practical life lessons. During ancient times, the comparison to physical burdens like stones and sand would have been relatable to an agrarian society accustomed to heavy labor. [...]

Created on: 2/1/2025