Proverbs 3:24

When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 3:24

BSB

When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.

AKJV

When you lie down, you shall not be afraid: yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet.

CPDV

When you slumber, you shall not fear. When you rest, your sleep also will be sweet.

ERV

When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.

NHEB

When you lie down, you will not be afraid; you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet.

SMT

If thou shalt lie down thou shalt not be afraid: and thou liest down and thy sleep shall be sweet.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 3:24

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Commentary for Proverbs 3:24

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 3:24

Summary

Wisdom brings fearless and restful sleep

Event

Promise of peaceful sleep

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC