Verse 18
Proverbs 3:18
Free Bible Version
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My son, hold on to good judgment and wise decisions—don't let them out of your sight,
Original Language Text
hebrew
עֵץ חַיִּ֣ים הִ֭יא לַ/מַּחֲזִיקִ֣ים בָּ֑/הּ וְֽ/תֹמְכֶ֥י/הָ מְאֻשָּֽׁר
English Translation
It is a tree of life to those who hold onto it, and those who support it are blessed.
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Chapter 3 Context
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My son, don't forget my instructions. Always keep my commands in mind.
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Then you will live a long time, and have a full life.
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Hold on to kindness and truth. Tie them around your neck; write them in your mind.
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Put your trust totally in the Lord—don't rely on what you think you know!
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Remember him in everything you do, and he'll show you the right way.
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Don't think you're wise—respect God (Elohim) and avoid evil.
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Then your barns will be filled with produce, and your vats will overflow with new wine.
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My son, don't reject the Lord's discipline or resent it when he corrects you,
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for the Lord corrects those he loves, as a father corrects a son who pleases him.
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Happy are those who find wisdom and gain understanding,
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for wisdom is worth more than silver, and pays better than gold.
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She is more valuable than rubies—everything you could ever want just doesn't compare!
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She offers long life in one hand, and riches and honor in the other.
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She brings true happiness, and leads to peaceful prosperity.
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Wisdom is a tree of life to everyone who embraces her, blessing those who accept her.
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It was through wisdom that the Lord created the earth, and through understanding he set the heavens...
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It was through his knowledge the waters of the deep were broken open, and the clouds sent down the d...
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My son, hold on to good judgment and wise decisions—don't let them out of your sight,
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for they will be life to you, and an ornament for your neck.
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You will be able to walk confidently on your way, and you won't trip up.
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When you rest, you won't be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
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You won't be afraid of a sudden panic, or of disasters that hit the wicked,
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for the Lord will be the one you can trust in, and he will prevent you being caught in a trap.
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Don't tell your neighbor, “Go away. Come back tomorrow and then I'll give it to you,” when you've al...
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Don't quarrel with anybody for no reason, when they haven't done anything to hurt you.
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Don't be jealous of violent people—don't choose to follow their example!
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For the Lord hates deceitful people, but he is a friend to those who do what is good.
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The houses of the wicked are cursed by the Lord, but he blesses the homes of those who live right.
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He mocks those who mock, but he is kind to the humble.
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The wise will receive honor, but fools are held up in disgrace.
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