Proverbs 30:5
“Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.”
Proverbs 30:5 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Every word of God is fire tried: he is a buckler to them that hope in him.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Every word of God is tried: He is a shield unto them that take refuge in him.
- DARBYDarby
- Every word of +God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Every saying of God is tried, A shield He is to those trusting in Him.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who trust in Him.
Context: Proverbs 30
3I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the holy.
4Who hath ascended up into heaven, or descended? who hath gathered the wind in his fists? who hath bound the waters in a garment? who hath established all the ends of the earth? what is his name, and what is his son's name, if thou canst tell?
5Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
6Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar.
7Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die:
About Proverbs 30: Words of Agur
Proverbs 30 is a collection of wise sayings and reflections attributed to Agur, the son of Jakeh. Agur expresses his humility and dependence on God, as well as his observations about the wonder and complexity of the world and the importance of living with integrity.
Commentary
This chapter of Proverbs is a beautiful and refreshing perspective on wisdom. Agur's recognition of his own limitations and need for God's guidance is a reminder that true wisdom requires humility and a constant seeking of truth. His reflections on the intricacies of creation and the mysteries of life inspire a sense of wonder and awe. And his insistence on honesty and justice reminds us of the importance of living with integrity, even in a world full of complexity and deception. Overall, Proverbs 30 offers a powerful meditation on the nature of wisdom and the virtues that lead to a meaningful life.