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Berean Standard Bible

“Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.”

Proverbs 30:5

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Study note

Proverbs 30 records the sayings of Agur son of Jakeh, who begins with humility about his own understanding. He asks who has ascended to heaven and gathered the wind, then turns to God's word.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.

World English Bible (WEB)

“Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

King James Version (KJV)

Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Every word of God is tried: He is a shield unto them that take refuge in him.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Every word of God is tested: he is a breastplate to those who put their faith in him.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Toda palabra de Dios es limpia; es escudo á los que en él esperan.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Toda palabra de Dios es verdadera. Él protege a los que acuden a él en busca de protección.

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