Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The way of the LORD is a refuge for the blameless, but it is the ruin of those who do evil. New Living Translation The way of the LORD is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked. English Standard Version The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the blameless, but destruction to evildoers. Berean Standard Bible The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil. King James Bible The way of the LORD is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. New King James Version The way of the LORD is strength for the upright, But destruction will come to the workers of iniquity. New American Standard Bible The way of the LORD is a stronghold for the upright, But ruin to the workers of injustice. NASB 1995 The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright, But ruin to the workers of iniquity. NASB 1977 The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright, But ruin to the workers of iniquity. Legacy Standard Bible The way of Yahweh is a stronghold to the one with integrity, But ruin to the workers of iniquity. Amplified Bible The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright, But it is ruin to those who do evil. Christian Standard Bible The way of the LORD is a stronghold for the honorable, but destruction awaits evildoers. Holman Christian Standard Bible The way of the LORD is a stronghold for the honorable, but destruction awaits the malicious. American Standard Version The way of Jehovah is a stronghold to the upright; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. Contemporary English Version The LORD protects everyone who lives right, but he destroys anyone who does wrong. English Revised Version The way of the LORD is a strong hold to the upright; but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. GOD'S WORD® Translation The way of the LORD is a fortress for an innocent person but a ruin to those who are troublemakers. Good News Translation The LORD protects honest people, but destroys those who do wrong. International Standard Version To the upright, the way of the LORD is a place of safety, but it's a place of ruin to those who practice evil. Majority Standard Bible The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil. NET Bible The way of the LORD is like a stronghold for the upright, but it is destruction to evildoers. New Heart English Bible The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright, but it is a destruction to evildoers. Webster's Bible Translation The way of the LORD is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. World English Bible The way of Yahweh is a stronghold to the upright, but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe way of YHWH [is] strength to the perfect, "" And ruin to workers of iniquity. Young's Literal Translation The way of Jehovah is strength to the perfect, And ruin to workers of iniquity. Smith's Literal Translation The way of Jehovah is a fortress to the upright one: and destruction to those doing iniquity. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe strength of the upright is the way of the Lord: and fear to them that work evil. Catholic Public Domain Version The strength of the simple is the way of the Lord, and it is fear to those who work evil. New American Bible The LORD is a stronghold to those who walk honestly, downfall for evildoers. New Revised Standard Version The way of the LORD is a stronghold for the upright, but destruction for evildoers. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe way of the LORD is strength to the upright; but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The way of LORD JEHOVAH is power to the perfect, and ruin to evildoers. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright, But ruin to the workers of iniquity. Brenton Septuagint Translation The fear of the Lord is a strong hold of the saints: but ruin comes to them that work wickedness. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Proverbs: The Wise Son…28The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. 29The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil. 30The righteous will never be shaken, but the wicked will not inhabit the land.… Cross References Psalm 1:6 For the LORD guards the path of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. Psalm 37:39 The salvation of the righteous is from the LORD; He is their stronghold in time of trouble. Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him. Psalm 18:32 It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way clear. Isaiah 35:8 And there will be a highway called the Way of Holiness. The unclean will not travel it—only those who walk in the Way—and fools will not stray onto it. Psalm 27:1 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? Psalm 46:1 For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Psalm 91:2 I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Romans 8:28 And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 2 Corinthians 12:9 But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. Ephesians 6:10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Treasury of Scripture The way of the LORD is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. way Psalm 84:7 They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God. Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Zechariah 10:12 And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD. but Proverbs 21:15 It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. Job 31:3 Is not destruction to the wicked? and a strange punishment to the workers of iniquity? Psalm 1:6 For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish. Jump to Previous Destruction Evil Evildoers Iniquity Perfect Refuge Righteous Ruin Strength Strong Stronghold Tower Upright Way WorkersJump to Next Destruction Evil Evildoers Iniquity Perfect Refuge Righteous Ruin Strength Strong Stronghold Tower Upright Way WorkersProverbs 10 1. Proverbs of Solomon: observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vicesThe way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright This phrase emphasizes the protective and guiding nature of God's path for those who live righteously. In biblical context, "the way of the LORD" often refers to living according to God's commandments and principles. The concept of God as a refuge is prevalent throughout Scripture, such as in Psalms 18:2, where God is described as a fortress and deliverer. The imagery of a refuge suggests safety, security, and peace, which are promised to those who follow God's ways. Historically, cities of refuge in ancient Israel provided safety for those who accidentally committed manslaughter, symbolizing God's provision of protection for the innocent and upright. but destruction awaits those who do evil Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDRefers to Yahweh, the covenant God of Israel, who is characterized by holiness, justice, and mercy. In the context of Proverbs, the LORD is the source of wisdom and moral guidance. 2. The Upright Those who live in accordance with God's commandments and seek to follow His ways. They are characterized by integrity and righteousness. 3. Those Who Do Evil Individuals who reject God's commandments and live in opposition to His will. Their actions are marked by wickedness and moral corruption. Teaching Points The Security of the RighteousThe "way of the LORD" provides safety and refuge for those who live uprightly. This implies a life aligned with God's will offers protection and peace. The Consequences of Wickedness Those who choose evil paths face inevitable destruction. This serves as a warning about the temporal and eternal consequences of living contrary to God's commands. The Importance of Moral Integrity Upholding righteousness and integrity is crucial for experiencing God's protection. This encourages believers to examine their lives and align their actions with biblical principles. God's Faithfulness to the Upright The LORD's way is consistently a refuge, highlighting God's unchanging nature and faithfulness to those who seek Him. Choosing the Right Path Believers are called to make conscious decisions to follow the path of righteousness, understanding that it leads to life and security.(29) The way of the Lord--i.e., in which He has directed men to walk. (Comp. Psalm 25:12; Matthew 22:16; Acts 9:2.) It is a strong protection to the righteous, for no harm can happen to them while they follow it (1Peter 3:13); but it is destruction (not, there is destruction) to the workers of iniquity, because the fact of their having rejected the teaching of God will be their condemnation. (Comp. 2Corinthians 2:15-16.)Verse 29. - The way of the Lord; i.e. the way in which he has commanded, men to walk - the way of his commandments (Psalm 25:12; Psalm 119:27), that which the Pharisees confessed that Christ taught (Matthew 22:16). The Septuagint renders, "the fear of the Lord," which practically gives the meaning. Or "the Lord's way" may be his moral government of the world. Strength; better a fortress (Ver. 15). Doing his simple duty, a good man is safe; for, as St. Peter says, "Who is he that will harm you, if ye be zealous of that which is good?" (1 Peter 3:13). But destruction shall be; better, but it (the way of Jehovah) is destruction. The two effects of the Law of God are contrasted, according as it is obeyed or neglected. While it is protection to the righteous, it is condemnation and ruin to sinners (see on Proverbs 21:15) So Christ at one time calls himself "the Way" (John 14:6); at another says, "For judgment I am come into this world" (John 9:39); and Simeon declares of him (Luke 2:34), "This Child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel" (comp. 2 Corinthians 2:15, etc.). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The wayדֶּ֣רֶךְ (de·reḵ) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action of the LORD יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is a refuge מָע֣וֹז (mā·‘ō·wz) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4581: A place or means of safety, protection to the upright, לַ֭תֹּם (lat·tōm) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8537: Completeness, integrity, also part of the high priest's breastplate but destruction וּ֝מְחִתָּ֗ה (ū·mə·ḥit·tāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4288: A dissolution, a ruin, consternation [awaits] those who do לְפֹ֣עֲלֵי (lə·p̄ō·‘ă·lê) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 6466: To do, make, to practise evil. אָֽוֶן׃ (’ā·wen) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 205: Strictly nothingness, trouble, vanity, wickedness, an idol Links Proverbs 10:29 NIVProverbs 10:29 NLT Proverbs 10:29 ESV Proverbs 10:29 NASB Proverbs 10:29 KJV Proverbs 10:29 BibleApps.com Proverbs 10:29 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 10:29 Chinese Bible Proverbs 10:29 French Bible Proverbs 10:29 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 10:29 The way of Yahweh is a stronghold (Prov. 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