Berean Standard Bible
“The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.”
This saying appears in a collection of proverbs on leadership, discipline and the consequences of sin. It addresses a common human weakness that shapes many decisions.
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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.
World English Bible (WEB)
The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.
King James Version (KJV)
The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
American Standard Version (ASV)
The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
The fear of man is a cause of danger: but whoever puts his faith in the Lord will have a safe place on high.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)
El temor del hombre pondrá lazo: mas el que confía en Jehová será levantado.
Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)
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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)
El temor al hombre es una trampa peligrosa, pero la confianza en el Señor trae seguridad.
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