Proverbs 3:24
“When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.”
Proverbs 3:24 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- If thou sleep, thou shalt not fear: thou shalt rest, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: Yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
- DARBYDarby
- when thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid, but thou shalt lie down and thy sleep shall be sweet.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- When you lie down, you will not be afraid. Yes, you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- If thou liest down, thou art not afraid, Yea, thou hast lain down, And sweet hath been thy sleep.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- When you lie down, you will not be afraid; you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet.
Context: Proverbs 3
22So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck.
23Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.
24When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
25Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.
26For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.
About Proverbs 3: Trust in the Lord
Solomon advocates for trust in the Lord, intertwining faith and wisdom for a harmonious life
Commentary
Proverbs 3 offers timeless wisdom for living a virtuous and fruitful life. The passage emphasizes the importance of trusting in the Lord and following His ways, which can lead to abundant blessings and prosperity. The chapter also warns against being envious of others, boasting about one's own accomplishments, and deceiving others. Instead, readers are encouraged to be humble, just, and kind, and to seek wisdom and understanding in all things. Proverbs 3 offers valuable guidance not only for believers but for all people seeking to live a moral and fulfilling life.