Proverbs 2:7
he stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity,
In context
4 if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures, 5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.
6 For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; 7 he stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity, 8 guarding the paths of justice and watching over the way of his saints. 9 Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity, every good path;
10 for wisdom will come into your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul;
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 2:7 in the KJV
He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: He is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 2:7 in the NIV
He holds success in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless,