Proverbs
“The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.”
Proverbs 19:23
Proverbs 19:23 (KJV) speaks to reverence, contentment, and safety — words set in Proverbs, the Bible's book of practical wisdom. Read it aloud, and notice which words settle deepest.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places;”
Isaiah 32:18“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.”
Psalms 4:8“There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.”
Psalms 91:10“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”
Proverbs 18:10“The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.”
Psalms 121:7“The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.”
Psalms 34:7
Common questions
What does Proverbs 19:23 mean?
In the King James Version, Proverbs 19:23 reads: "The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil." The verse speaks to reverence, contentment, and safety. To read it well, take it in the flow of Proverbs 19 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Proverbs 19:23 in the King James Version?
Yes. "The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil." is Proverbs 19:23 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Proverbs chapter 19.
What are some related Bible verses to Proverbs 19:23?
Verses that sit beside Proverbs 19:23 include Isaiah 32:18, Psalms 4:8, and Psalms 91:10. Reading them alongside Proverbs 19:23 deepens the theme of reverence.
How can I pray with Proverbs 19:23?
Read Proverbs 19:23 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.