Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
King James Version
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
Holman Bible
This book of instruction must not depart from your mouth;
International Standard Version
This set of instructions is not to cease being a part of your conversations. Meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to carry out everything that's written in it, for then you'll prosper and succeed.
A Conservative Version
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shall meditate on it day and night, that thou may observe to do according to all that is written in it, for then thou shall make thy way prosperous, and then thou sha
American Standard Version
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shalt meditate thereon day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
Amplified
This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall read [and meditate on] it day and night, so that you may be careful to do [everything] in accordance with all that is written in it; for then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will be
Bible in Basic English
Let this book of the law be ever on your lips and in your thoughts day and night, so that you may keep with care everything in it; then a blessing will be on all your way, and you will do well.
Darby Translation
This book of the law shall not depart from thy mouth; and thou shalt meditate upon it day and night, that thou mayest take heed to do according to all that is written therein; for then shalt thou have good success in thy ways, and then shalt thou prosper.
Julia Smith Translation
And the book of this law shall not depart from thy mouth; and meditate thou in it day and night, so that thou shalt watch to do according to all written in it: for then thou shalt prosper thy ways, and then thou shalt be wise.
King James 2000
This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; but you shall meditate therein day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.
Lexham Expanded Bible
The scroll of this law will not depart from your mouth; you will meditate on it day and night so that {you may observe diligently all that is written} in it. For then you will succeed [in] your ways and prosper.
Modern King James verseion
This book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it by day and by night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall act wisely.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
Let not the book of this law depart out of thy mouth: but record therein day and night that thou mayest be circumspect to do according to all that is written therein. For then shalt thou make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have understanding.
NET Bible
This law scroll must not leave your lips! You must memorize it day and night so you can carefully obey all that is written in it. Then you will prosper and be successful.
New Heart English Bible
This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.
The Emphasized Bible
This scroll of the law must not cease out of thy mouth, but thou must talk to thyself therein, day and night, that thou mayest take heed to do according to all that is written therein, - for, then, shalt thou make thy way prosperous, and, then, shalt thou have good success.
Webster
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate in it day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
World English Bible
This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.
Youngs Literal Translation
the book of this law doth not depart out of thy mouth, and thou hast meditated in it by day and by night, so that thou dost observe to do according to all that is written in it, for then thou dost cause thy way to prosper, and then thou dost act wisely.
Themes
Call » To special religious duty » Joshua
Christian ministers » Charge delivered to
Communion » Instances of » Joshua
Courage » Encouraged upon joshua
God » Mighty in its influence » A blessing to those who reverence it
Joshua » Also called jehoshua, and jehoshuah, and oshea » Promises to
Law » Bondage of » Book of the
the Law of moses » Called » Book of the law
Obedience » To God, the duty of » The price of success
Prosperity » Who shall prosper
The bible » Mighty in its influence » A blessing to those who reverence it
The word of God » Mighty in its influence » A blessing to those who reverence it
Topics
Interlinear
Cepher
Peh
Hagah
Shamar
Kathab
Tsalach
References
Word Count of 20 Translations in Joshua 1:8
Images Joshua 1:8
Prayers for Joshua 1:8
Verse Info
Context Readings
Joshua Addresses The Israelites
7
Be strong and very courageous, that you may be careful to do according to all the Law, which Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go.
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Cross References
Psalm 19:14
May the words from my mouth and the thoughts from my heart be acceptable to you, O Jehovah, my rock and my Redeemer (Purchaser).
Psalm 119:15
I will meditate on your precepts and regard your ways.
Deuteronomy 5:29
If only they had such a heart in them that they would respect (reverence) me and obey all my commandments for as long as they live! Then things would go well for them and their children from generation to generation.'
Deuteronomy 5:32-3
Be careful to do what Jehovah your God has commanded you. Never turn to the right or to the left.
Deuteronomy 6:6-9
These words that I command you this day must be in your heart.
Deuteronomy 11:18-19
Take these words of mine to heart and keep them in mind. Write them down, tie them around your wrist, and wear them as headbands to remind you.
Deuteronomy 17:18-19
When he first sits on the throne of his kingdom, he is to write for himself a copy of this law on a scroll taken in the presence of the Levitical priests.
Deuteronomy 29:9
Keep the words of this covenant to do them that you may prosper in all that you do.
Deuteronomy 30:14
No, these words are very near you. They are in your mouth and in your heart so that you will obey them.
Deuteronomy 31:11
when all Israel comes to appear before Jehovah your God at the place he will choose, you shall read this Law in front of all Israel in their hearing.
Joshua 1:7
Be strong and very courageous, that you may be careful to do according to all the Law, which Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go.
Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of the scornful mockers.
Psalm 37:30-31
The mouth of the righteous reflects on wisdom. His tongue speaks what is fair.
Psalm 40:10
I have not hidden your righteousness deep in my heart. I have been outspoken about your faithfulness and your salvation. I have not hidden your mercy and your truth from the great congregation.
Psalm 119:11
Your word I have treasured in my heart that I may not sin against you.
Psalm 119:42-43
I will have an answer for him who reproaches me, for I trust in your word.
Psalm 119:97
O How I love your law! It is my meditation all day long.
Psalm 119:99
I have more insight than all my teachers, for your laws are my meditation.
Proverbs 2:1-5
My son, take my words to heart and treasure my commandments within you.
Proverbs 3:1
My son, do not forget my law. Let your heart obey my commandments.
Isaiah 59:21
This is my promise to them,says Jehovah. My Spirit is on you and my words that I put in your mouth will not leave you. They will be with your children and your grandchildren permanently, says Jehovah
Matthew 7:21
Not everyone who calls me Lord will enter the kingdom of heaven. He who does the will of my Father in heaven will enter.
Matthew 7:24
Everyone who hears my words, and does them is like a wise man that builds his house on a rock.
Matthew 12:35
The good man performs good things out of his good treasure. The evil man performs evil things out of his evil treasure.
Matthew 28:20
Teach them to observe all the things I have commanded you. Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.
Luke 11:28
He replied: More blessed are those who hear the word of God and obey it.
John 13:17
If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them.
John 14:21
He that has my commandments, and obeys them loves me. My Father will love the person who loves me. I will love him and disclose myself to him.
Ephesians 4:29
Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth. Speak what is good for understanding as the need may be, that it may give grace (divine favor) to those who hear.
Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you with all wisdom. Teach and admonish one another with psalms, praises to God, and spiritual songs. Sing with gratitude in your hearts to God.
1 Timothy 4:14-16
Do not neglect the spiritual gift in you. It was given to you by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the elders.
James 1:22-25
Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, who deceive themselves.
Revelation 22:14
Blessed are those who obey his commandments. They have the right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates of the city.