Proverbs 22:4
New International Version
Proverbs 22:4
International Standard Version
4 The reward of humility is the fear of the Lord,
along with wealth, honor, and life.
Proverbs 23:17-19
New International Version
Saying 15
17 Do not let your heart envy(A) sinners,
but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord.
18 There is surely a future hope for you,
and your hope will not be cut off.(B)
Saying 16
19 Listen, my son,(C) and be wise,
and set your heart on the right path:
Proverbs 23:17-19
International Standard Version
17 Never let yourself envy sinners;
instead, remain[a] in fear of the Lord every day,
18 for there is surely a future life,
and what you hope for will not be cut off.
19 Listen, my son, and be wise,
commit yourself to live God’s[b] way.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 23:17 The Heb. lacks remain
- Proverbs 23:19 Lit. live in the
Proverbs 24:21
New International Version
Saying 30
21 Fear the Lord and the king,(A) my son,
and do not join with rebellious officials,
Proverbs 24:21
International Standard Version
21 My son, fear both the Lord and the king,
and don’t keep company with rebels.
Proverbs 28:5
New International Version
5 Evildoers do not understand what is right,
but those who seek the Lord understand it fully.
Proverbs 28:5
International Standard Version
5 Evil men don’t understand justice,
but whoever seeks the Lord understands it all.
Proverbs 28:14
New International Version
14 Blessed is the one who always trembles before God,
but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble.
Proverbs 28:14
International Standard Version
14 Blessed is the man who always fears the Lord,[a]
but whoever hardens his heart will fall into disaster.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 28:14 The Heb. lacks the Lord
Proverbs 29:25-26
International Standard Version
25 Fearing any human being is a trap,
but confiding in the Lord keeps anyone safe.
26 Many seek a ruler’s favor,[a]
but justice for a man comes from the Lord.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:26 Lit. face
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