Proverbs 10:27

The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 10:27

BSB
The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short.
AKJV
The fear of the LORD prolongs days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
CPDV
The fear of the Lord adds days. And the years of the impious will be shortened.
ERV
The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
NHEB
The fear of the LORD prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
SMT
The fear of Jehovah will add days, and the years of the unjust shall be diminished.

Commentary for Proverbs 10:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 10:27
Summary
Fearing God lengthens life, wickedness shortens years
Event
Divine fear extending life versus wickedness shortening
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Promise