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Proverbs 19:23
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The fear of the LORD leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.
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Proverbs 19:23 in Other Translations
KJV
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The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
ESV
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The fear of the LORD leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm.
NLT
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Fear of the LORD leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm.
MSG
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Fear-of-God is life itself, a full life, and serene - no nasty surprises.
CSB
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The fear of the Lord leads to life; one will sleep at night without danger.
Proverbs 19:23 In-Context
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Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.
22
What a person desires is unfailing love ; better to be poor than a liar.
23
The fear of the LORD leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.
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A sluggard buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth!
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Flog a mocker, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke the discerning, and they will gain knowledge.
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Job 4:7
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Proverbs 10:27
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Psalms 25:13
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Proverbs 12:21
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1 Timothy 4:8
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