Pro 27:15 | MHM | STEP | The Trouble of a Quarrelsome Wife This proverb talks about the sadness and discomfort caused by living with a wife who is always arguing or complaining. Solomon compares this situation to an annoying and never-ending rain. It is a problem that is hard to escape and even harder to hide. The effects of constant fighting at home are felt by everyone, and no one can fully cover it up, no matter how hard they try. This is a reminder of the importance of peace and kindness in the family. v. 15 : The Bible says, "A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious wife are alike" (Proverbs 27:15 ). This means that living with someone who is always arguing is like having a roof that keeps dripping water when it rains—it is uncomfortable and there is no escape. Unlike a neighbor’s anger, which is only for a short time, the constant quarrels at home are always there, and patience is the only answer (Proverbs 19:13 ). It is also something that cannot be hidden, like the sound of the wind or a strong smell. Even if someone wants to protect their family's reputation, the constant fighting will eventually be noticed by others.

‏ Proverbs 27:15

The Trouble of a Quarrelsome Wife

This proverb talks about the sadness and discomfort caused by living with a wife who is always arguing or complaining. Solomon compares this situation to an annoying and never-ending rain. It is a problem that is hard to escape and even harder to hide. The effects of constant fighting at home are felt by everyone, and no one can fully cover it up, no matter how hard they try. This is a reminder of the importance of peace and kindness in the family.

v. 15: The Bible says, "A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious wife are alike" (Proverbs 27:15 ^a). This means that living with someone who is always arguing is like having a roof that keeps dripping water when it rains—it is uncomfortable and there is no escape. Unlike a neighbor’s anger, which is only for a short time, the constant quarrels at home are always there, and patience is the only answer (Proverbs 19:13 ^b). It is also something that cannot be hidden, like the sound of the wind or a strong smell. Even if someone wants to protect their family's reputation, the constant fighting will eventually be noticed by others.