Proverbs 4:12
“When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.”
Proverbs 4:12 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Which when thou shalt have entered, thy steps shall not be straitened, and when thou runnest thou shalt not meet a stumblingblock.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; And if thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
- DARBYDarby
- When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- When you go, your steps will not be hampered. When you run, you will not stumble.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- In thy walking thy step is not straitened, And if thou runnest, thou stumblest not.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- When you walk, your steps will not be hindered; when you run, you will not stumble.
Context: Proverbs 4
10Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many.
11I have taught thee in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths.
12When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
13Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.
14Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men.
About Proverbs 4: The Path of Wisdom
Solomon implores readers to choose the path of wisdom, guarding their hearts and staying true to righteous ways
Commentary
Proverbs is a book of practical wisdom, and chapter 4 is no exception. It offers a timeless message that is still relevant today: the path of wisdom is the path of life. Like a loving father, Solomon urges his son to listen carefully to his words and to pursue wisdom with all his heart. He emphasizes the importance of guarding one's heart against the influence of the wicked and to stay focused on the path of righteousness. In a world full of distractions and temptations, it's crucial to have a firm foundation of wisdom to guide us. This chapter encourages us to seek wisdom with all our hearts, trusting in God to lead us and empower us along the way.