Proverbs 19:23

The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:23

BSB
The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm.
AKJV
The fear of the LORD tends to life: and he that has it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
CPDV
The fear of the Lord is unto life. And he shall linger in plentitude, without being visited by disaster.
ERV
The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
NHEB
The fear of the LORD leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.
SMT
The fear of Jehovah is to life: and he being filled shall lodge satisfied; he shall not be reviewed for evil.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 19:23

ThefearH3374Noun FeminineoftheLORDH3068Proper NametendethtolifeH2416andhethathathitshallabideH3885VerbsatisfiedH7649heshallnotbevisitedH6485VerbwithevilH7451

Commentary for Proverbs 19:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 19:23
Summary
Fearing God ensures satisfaction without harm
Event
Describing benefits of God-fearing
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom