Thematic Bible
Proverbs 3:1 (show verse)
My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,
Proverbs 3:2 (show verse)
for they will provide a long and full life, and they will add well-being to you.
Proverbs 3:3 (show verse)
Do not let truth and mercy leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3:4 (show verse)
Then you will find favor and good understanding, in the sight of God and people.
Proverbs 3:5 (show verse)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.
Proverbs 3:6 (show verse)
Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:7 (show verse)
Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the Lord and turn away from evil.
Proverbs 3:8 (show verse)
This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your inner self.
Proverbs 3:9 (show verse)
Honor the Lord from your wealth and from the first fruits of all your crops;
Proverbs 3:10 (show verse)
then your barns will be filled completely, and your vats will overflow with new wine.
Proverbs 3:11 (show verse)
My child, do not despise discipline from the Lord, and do not loathe his rebuke.
Proverbs 3:12 (show verse)
For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.
Proverbs 3:13 (show verse)
Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who obtains understanding.
Proverbs 3:14 (show verse)
For her benefit is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than gold.
Proverbs 3:15 (show verse)
She is more precious than rubies, and none of the things you desire can compare with her.
Proverbs 3:16 (show verse)
Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.
Proverbs 3:17 (show verse)
Her ways are very pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.
Proverbs 3:18 (show verse)
She is like a tree of life to those who obtain her, and everyone who grasps hold of her will be blessed.
Proverbs 3:19 (show verse)
By wisdom the Lord laid the foundation of the earth; he established the heavens by understanding.
Proverbs 3:20 (show verse)
By his knowledge the primordial sea was broken open, and the clouds drip down dew.
Proverbs 3:21 (show verse)
My child, do not let them escape from your sight; safeguard sound wisdom and discretion.
Proverbs 3:22 (show verse)
So they will give life to you, and grace to adorn your neck.
Proverbs 3:23 (show verse)
Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.
Proverbs 3:24 (show verse)
When you lie down you will not be filled with fear; when you lie down your sleep will be pleasant.
Proverbs 3:25 (show verse)
You will not be afraid of sudden disaster, or when destruction overtakes the wicked;
Proverbs 3:26 (show verse)
for the Lord will be the source of your confidence, and he will guard your foot from being caught in a trap.
Proverbs 3:27 (show verse)
Do not withhold good from those who need it, when you have the ability to help.
Proverbs 3:28 (show verse)
Do not say to your neighbor, "Go! Return tomorrow and I will give it," when you have it with you at the time.
Proverbs 3:29 (show verse)
Do not plot evil against your neighbor when he dwells by you unsuspectingly.
Proverbs 3:30 (show verse)
Do not accuse anyone without legitimate cause, if he has not treated you wrongly.
Proverbs 3:31 (show verse)
Do not envy a violent man, and do not choose to imitate any of his ways;
Proverbs 3:32 (show verse)
for one who goes astray is an abomination to the Lord, but he reveals his intimate counsel to the upright.
Proverbs 3:33 (show verse)
The Lord's curse is on the household of the wicked, but he blesses the home of the righteous.
Proverbs 3:34 (show verse)
Although he is scornful to arrogant scoffers, yet he shows favor to the humble.
Proverbs 3:35 (show verse)
The wise inherit honor, but he holds fools up to public contempt.