Proverbs 1:33

Old Testament Wisdom/Poetry ASV (1901)

What does Proverbs 1:33 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell securely, And shall be quiet without fear of evil.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell securely, And shall be quiet without fear of evil.
Proverbs 1:33 — American Standard Version

Context — Proverbs 1

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
33But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell securely, And shall be quiet without fear of evil.

What do historical commentaries say?

Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“dwell safely--literally, "in confidence" (Deu 12:10). be quiet--or at ease, in real prosperity. from fear--without fear. Next: Proverbs Chapter 2”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“1:33 Truly wise people are untroubled by fear. They know that God is in control, and wisdom guides them in dealing with every situation.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“whoso: Pro 8:32-35, Pro 9:11; Psa 25:12, Psa 25:13, Psa 81:13; Isa 48:18, Isa 55:3; Mat 17:5; Joh 10:27-29; Pe1 1:5 and shall: Pro 3:21-26, Pro 14:26; Psa 112:7; Isa 26:3; Luk 21:9, Luk 21:19; Rom 8:35-39 Next: Proverbs Chapter 2”
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