Proverbs 8:20
“I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:”
Proverbs 8:20 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
- DRADouay–Rheims
- I walk in the way of justice, in the midst of the paths of judgment,
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- I walk in the way of righteousness, In the midst of the paths of justice;
- DARBYDarby
- I walk in the path of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
- WEBThe World English Bible
- I walk in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of justice;
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- In a path of righteousness I cause to walk, In midst of paths of judgment,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I lead in the way of righteousness, in the paths of judgment.
Context: Proverbs 8
18Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.
19My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
20I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
21That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.
22The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.
About Proverbs 8: The Excellence of Wisdom
Solomon extols the virtues of wisdom as a divine and foundational force in the creation of the world
Commentary
This chapter shows that true wisdom is not just an abstract concept but an active force at work in the world. Through wisdom, God has created and structured the universe, and it is the pathway to genuine happiness and success in life. As we read through this chapter, we see how wisdom is portrayed not as something hidden away, but as a very present and desirable reality that calls out to us. Thus, this section of Proverbs invites readers to embrace wisdom as a friend and guide, rather than a mere intellectual pursuit.