Pro 27:18 | NETfull | STEP | The one who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and whoever takes care of his master will be honored.

Proverbs 27:18

18 The one who tends a fig tree ^{▼▼ Tending fig trees requires closer attention than other plants; so the point here would be the diligent care that is required.} will eat its fruit, ^{▼▼ The principle is established in the first line with the emblem: Those who faithfully serve will be rewarded in kind. The second half of the proverb makes the point from this illustration.}
and whoever takes care of ^{▼▼ The Hebrew participle translated “takes care of” (שֹׁמֵר, shomer) describes a careful watching over or looking after, a meticulous service, anticipating the needs and safeguarding the charge. Such a servant need not worry about his efforts going unrecognized and unrewarded (e.g., Prov 22:29; 2 Tim 2:6, 15).} his master will be honored.