Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.
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Verse 23 is found in chapter 27 of Proverbs. The final instruction calls for diligently knowing the condition of the flocks and paying attention to entrusted possessions. Wealth does not last forever, and resources require responsible management. The passage concludes with an image of daily sustenance produced by animals and human labor. Economic wisdom here consists not in speculation, but in vigilance, management, and recognition of the fragility of resources.
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Compare Proverbs 27:23 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Auf deine Schafe habe acht und nimm dich deiner Herden an.
Considera atentamente el aspecto de tus ovejas; Pon tu corazón a tus rebaños:
Connais bien chacune de tes brebis, Donne tes soins à tes troupeaux;
Abbi diligentemente cura delle tue pecore, Metti il cuor tuo alle mandre.
Procura conhecer o estado das tuas ovelhas; põe o teu coração sobre os teus rebanhos,
你要詳細知道你羊群的景況, 留心照顧你的牛群,
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