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Berean Standard Bible

“He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.”

Proverbs 14:26

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Proverbs 14 contrasts wise and foolish living in home, speech and reliance. Several sayings reflect on the fear of the LORD as the root of wisdom.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.

World English Bible (WEB)

In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children.

King James Version (KJV)

In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.

American Standard Version (ASV)

In the fear of Jehovah is strong confidence; And his children shall have a place of refuge.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For him in whose heart is the fear of the Lord there is strong hope: and his children will have a safe place.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

En el temor de Jehová está la fuerte confianza; y esperanza tendrán sus hijos.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

El que honra al Señor está seguro, y será un refugio para sus hijos.

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