Proverbs 14:26
“In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.”
Proverbs 14:26 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- In the fear of the Lord is confidence of strength, and there shall be hope for his children.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- In the fear of Jehovah is strong confidence; And his children shall have a place of refuge.
- DARBYDarby
- In the fear of Jehovah is strong confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- In the fear of Jehovah is strong confidence, And to His sons there is a refuge.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence, and His children will find refuge.
Context: Proverbs 14
24The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.
25A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
26In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
27The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
28In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
About Proverbs 14: Wisdom and Folly
Proverbs 14 explores the outcomes of choosing the path of wisdom over the path of folly, emphasizing the impact of one's choices.
Commentary
Proverbs 14 invites us to reflect on our choices and their impact on our lives. It reminds us that wisdom is not only a matter of intelligence, but of character and discernment. It cautions us against the allure of quick and easy gains, and counsels us to strive for integrity and excellence. The chapter also encourages us to seek good company and to let go of bad influences. Ultimately, it challenges us to embrace the way of wisdom and reject the way of folly, in order to live a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and pleasing to God.