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Proverbs 3:25

What does Proverbs 3:25 mean?

A plain-English look at Proverbs 3:25 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What Proverbs 3:25 means

This verse directly addresses and assuages fear, instructing the wise not to be terrified by sudden, unexpected dangers or the destruction that often befalls the wicked. It provides reassurance that even in the face of chaos, one need not succumb to panic. This counsel implies that the wise, being grounded in God's truth, possess an inner fortitude that transcends external circumstances, preparing them for future warnings in the chapter.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Be not afraid of sudden fear, Neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh:

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Be not afraid of sudden fear, Neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh:

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

Have no fear of sudden danger, or of the storm which will come on evil-doers:

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

Be not afraid of sudden fear, And of the desolation of the wicked when it cometh.

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

Be not afraid of sudden fear, nor of the power of the wicked falling upon thee.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the destruction of the wicked, when it cometh;

Context

Following the promises of security and peaceful sleep, this verse now specifically instructs the wise not to fear unforeseen calamities or the eventual downfall of the wicked. It shifts from passive blessing to active courage in the face of adversity. This transition anticipates the explanation in the next verse, providing the basis for such fearless living, firmly rooting it in divine confidence and protection, which serves as a powerful encouragement for the reader.

v.24When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: Yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.

v.25This passage

v.26For Jehovah will be thy confidence, And will keep thy foot from being taken.

Cross references

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

  • Matthew 24:6

    And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars; see that ye be not troubled: for these things must needs come to pass; but the end is not yet.

  • Job 11:13

    If thou set thy heart aright, And stretch out thy hands toward him;

  • Mark 4:40

    And he said unto them, Why are ye fearful? have ye not yet faith?

  • Isaiah 8:12

    Say ye not, A conspiracy, concerning all whereof this people shall say, A conspiracy; neither fear ye their fear, nor be in dread thereof.

  • Isaiah 41:10

    fear thou not, for I am with thee; be not dismayed, for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

  • 1 Peter 3:14

    But even if ye should suffer for righteousness’ sake, blessed are ye: and fear not their fear, neither be troubled;

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