Proverbs 11:18
Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
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Interpretation

Wisdom shapes a sure reward that is practiced in daily practice in Proverbs 11:18—consider "wicked" and "people". Work out sure reward with time and attention—let compassion set the pace.

Context

This passage belongs to Proverbs, a poetry/wisdom witness, developing sure reward. Read in Proverbs 11, its force becomes clearer. It also intersects wisdom & worship. Listen for “wicked” alongside “people”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Proverbs was received under the name of Solomon & sages. Many scholars judge Proverbs as follows: Anthology shaped through successive compilations.. Scholars commonly date Proverbs Monarchic into post‑exilic eras.. Wisdom & Worship is especially relevant in this line. Short sayings train long faithfulness.

More details
Traditional:Solomon & sages
Modern scholarship:Wisdom anthology compiled in stages.
Date:Monarchic to post‑exilic.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Hebrew text is preserved in the Masoretic tradition with remarkable accuracy. The the Dead Sea Scrolls (found 1947-1956) confirm the Hebrew text's reliability, showing minimal variation over 1000+ years of transmission.