Proverbs 25:28 - Compare All Versions

Proverbs 25:28 MSG (The Message)

A person without self-control is like a house with its doors and windows knocked out.

Proverbs 25:28 KJV (King James Version)

He that hath no rule over his own spirit Is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

Proverbs 25:28 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)

Like a city that is broken into and without walls Is a man who has no control over his spirit.

Proverbs 25:28 NCV (New Century Version)

Those who do not control themselves are like a city whose walls are broken down.

Proverbs 25:28 ASV (American Standard Version)

He whose spirit is without restraint Is like a city that is broken down and without walls.

Proverbs 25:28 NIV (New International Version)

Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.

Proverbs 25:28 NKJV (New King James Version)

Whoever has no rule over his own spirit Is like a city broken down, without walls.

Proverbs 25:28 AMP (Amplified Bible)

Like a city that is broken down and without walls [leaving it unprotected] Is a man who has no self-control over his spirit [and sets himself up for trouble]. [Prov 16:32]

Proverbs 25:28 NLT (New Living Translation)

A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.

Proverbs 25:28 TPT (The Passion Translation)

If you live without restraint and are unable to control your temper, you’re as helpless as a city with broken-down defenses, open to attack.

Proverbs 25:28 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)

A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.