Proverbs 4:24
“Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.”
Proverbs 4:24 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Remove from thee a froward mouth, and let detracting lips be far from thee.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Put away from thee a wayward mouth, And perverse lips put far from thee.
- DARBYDarby
- Put away from thee perverseness of mouth, and corrupt lips put far from thee.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Put away from yourself a perverse mouth. Put corrupt lips far from you.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Turn aside from thee a froward mouth, And perverse lips put far from thee,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Remove from yourself a deceitful mouth, and keep perverse lips far from you.
Context: Proverbs 4
22For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
23Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
24Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.
25Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.
26Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.
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.