Proverbs 19:23
The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: And he that hath it shall abide satisfied; He shall not be visited with evil.
In context
20 Hear counsel, and receive instruction, That thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
21 There are many devices in a man's heart; Nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. 22 The desire of a man is his kindness: And a poor man is better than a liar. 23 The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: And he that hath it shall abide satisfied; He shall not be visited with evil. 24 A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
25 Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge. 26 He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, Is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 19:23 in the NIV
The fear of the Lord leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 19:23 in the ESV
The fear of the Lord leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm.