Devine Scripture

Proverbs 2:7

Proverbs chapter 2 · verse 7 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

He layeth up sound wisdom for the upright; He isa shield to them that walk in integrity;

KJV

King James Version · 1611

He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

He layeth up sound wisdom for the upright; He isa shield to them that walk in integrity;

Context

v.6For Jehovah giveth wisdom; Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:

v.7This passage

v.8That he may guard the paths of justice, And preserve the way of his saints.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Corinthians 2:6

    We speak wisdom, however, among them that are fullgrown: yet a wisdom not of this world, nor of the rulers of this world, who are coming to nought:

  • Psalms 144:2

    My lovingkindness, and my fortress, My high tower, and my deliverer; My shield, and he in whom I take refuge; Who subdueth my people under me.

  • James 3:15

    This wisdom is not a wisdom that cometh down from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

  • Proverbs 8:14

    Counsel is mine, and sound knowledge: I am understanding; I have might.

  • 2 Timothy 3:15

    and that from a babe thou hast known the sacred writings which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

  • Colossians 2:3

    in whom are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge hidden.