Proverbs 3:23 Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.

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New International Version
Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.

New Living Translation
They keep you safe on your way, and your feet will not stumble.

English Standard Version
Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble.

Berean Standard Bible
Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.

King James Bible
Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.

New King James Version
Then you will walk safely in your way, And your foot will not stumble.

New American Standard Bible
Then you will walk in your way securely, And your foot will not stumble.

NASB 1995
Then you will walk in your way securely And your foot will not stumble.

NASB 1977
Then you will walk in your way securely, And your foot will not stumble.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then you will walk in your way securely And your foot will not stumble.

Amplified Bible
Then you will walk on your way [of life] securely And your foot will not stumble.

Christian Standard Bible
Then you will go safely on your way; your foot will not stumble.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then you will go safely on your way; your foot will not stumble.

American Standard Version
Then shalt thou walk in thy way securely, And thy foot shall not stumble.

Contemporary English Version
You will walk safely and never stumble;

English Revised Version
Then shalt thou walk in thy way securely, and thy foot shall not stumble.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then you will go safely on your way, and you will not hurt your foot.

Good News Translation
You can go safely on your way and never even stumble.

International Standard Version
Then you will travel safely on your way, and your foot will not stumble.

Majority Standard Bible
Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.

NET Bible
Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.

New Heart English Bible
Then you shall walk in your way securely, and your foot won't stumble.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.

World English Bible
Then you shall walk in your way securely. Your foot won’t stumble.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Then you go your way confidently, "" And your foot does not stumble.

Young's Literal Translation
Then thou goest thy way confidently, And thy foot doth not stumble.

Smith's Literal Translation
Then shalt thou go thy way confidently, and thy foot shall not stumble.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Then shalt thou walk confidently in thy way, and thy foot shall not stumble:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then you shall walk confidently in your way, and your feet will not stumble.

New American Bible
Then you may go your way securely; your foot will never stumble;

New Revised Standard Version
Then you will walk on your way securely and your foot will not stumble.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Then you shall walk in your way with hope and your foot shall not stumble.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And then you will walk your ways in hope and you will not stumble by your foot.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Then shalt thou walk in thy way securely, And thou shalt not dash thy foot.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
that thou mayest go confidently in peace in all thy ways, and that thy foot may not stumble.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Blessings of Wisdom
…22They will be life to your soul and adornment to your neck. 23Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble. 24When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.…

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Cross References

Psalm 37:23-24
The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. / Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand.

Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.

Psalm 91:11-12
For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. / They will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.

Psalm 121:3
He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber.

Psalm 119:165
Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.

Isaiah 30:21
And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”

Psalm 18:36
You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.

Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

Psalm 32:8
I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you.

Psalm 73:24
You guide me with Your counsel, and later receive me in glory.

Isaiah 42:16
I will lead the blind by a way they did not know; I will guide them on unfamiliar paths. I will turn darkness into light before them and rough places into level ground. These things I will do for them, and I will not forsake them.

John 11:9-10
Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? If anyone walks in the daytime, he will not stumble, because he sees by the light of this world. / But if anyone walks at night, he will stumble, because he has no light.”

1 John 2:10
Whoever loves his brother remains in the light, and there is no cause of stumbling in him.

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.

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Treasury of Scripture

Then shall you walk in your way safely, and your foot shall not stumble.

Proverbs 2:8
He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.

Proverbs 4:12
When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.

Proverbs 10:9
He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.

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Proverbs 3

1. various exhortations
13. The gain of wisdom
27. Exhortation to goodness
33. the different state of the wicked and upright

Berean Study Bible

Then you will go
The phrase "Then you will go" suggests a forward movement, a progression in life. In the Hebrew text, the word for "go" is "הָלַךְ" (halak), which implies a continuous journey or walk. This word is often used in the context of living one's life according to God's commandments. It signifies not just physical movement but a spiritual journey, walking in the path of wisdom and righteousness. The implication is that adherence to wisdom and understanding, as discussed in the preceding verses, leads to a life of purpose and direction.

on your way
The term "on your way" refers to the path or course of one's life. In Hebrew, "דֶּרֶךְ" (derek) is used, which can mean a road, journey, or manner of life. This word is frequently used in the Old Testament to describe the moral and ethical path one chooses. The "way" here is not just any path but one that is aligned with divine wisdom and guidance. It suggests that the journey of life, when guided by God's wisdom, is one of intentionality and divine purpose.

in safety
The phrase "in safety" is derived from the Hebrew word "בֶּטַח" (betach), which means security, confidence, or trust. This word conveys a sense of being free from fear or danger. In the context of Proverbs, it implies that those who follow God's wisdom can live with a sense of security and peace, knowing that they are under divine protection. This safety is not merely physical but also spiritual, as it encompasses the assurance of God's presence and guidance.

and your foot
The mention of "your foot" symbolizes one's steps or actions. In biblical literature, the foot often represents the way a person conducts their life. It is a metaphor for one's daily decisions and behaviors. The emphasis on the foot highlights the practical aspect of living wisely, suggesting that wisdom affects not just one's thoughts but also one's actions and choices.

will not stumble
The phrase "will not stumble" comes from the Hebrew "תִּכָּשֵׁל" (tikkashal), which means to trip or fall. In a spiritual sense, stumbling refers to moral or ethical failure. The assurance that one's foot "will not stumble" indicates that a life guided by wisdom is stable and secure. It suggests that wisdom provides the discernment needed to avoid pitfalls and errors in judgment. This promise of stability is a recurring theme in Proverbs, emphasizing that adherence to God's wisdom leads to a life of integrity and righteousness.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 23. - Then shall thou walk in thy way safely. The first of the promises of protection, which follow from vers. 23-26. He who keeps "sound wisdom and discretion" shall enjoy the greatest sense of security in all situations of life. Safely (lavetakh); either in confidence, as Vulgate fiducialiter, i.e. confidently, because of the sense of security (cf. LXX., πεποιθὼς ἐν εἰρήνῃ, and ver. 26); or in security: the adverb lavetakh is equivalent to betakh in Proverbs 1:30 and Proverbs 10:9. The allusion is obvious. As he who is accompanied by an escort proceeds on his way in safety, so you protected by God will pass your life in security; or, as Trapp, "Thou shalt ever go under a double guard, 'the peace of God' within thee (Philippians 4:7), and the 'power of God' without thee (1 Peter 1:5)." And thy foot shall not stumble; literally, and thou shall not strike thy foot. Stumble in the original is thiggoph, 2 singular kal future of nagaph, "to smite, .... strike against with the foot." So in Psalm 91:12. The Authorized Version, however, correctly gives the sense. The LXX., like the Authorized Version, makes "foot" the subject, Ὁ δὲ ποῦς σου σὺ μὴ προσκόψῃ, "(That) thy foot may not stumble." For a similar assurance, see Proverbs 4:12. The meaning is: You will not stumble, because you will be walking in the way of wisdom, which is free from stumbling blocks (Lapide). You will not fall into sin.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Then
אָ֤ז (’āz)
Adverb
Strong's 227: At that time, place, therefore

you will go
תֵּלֵ֣ךְ (tê·lêḵ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

on your way
דַּרְכֶּ֑ךָ (dar·ke·ḵā)
Noun - common singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

in safety,
לָבֶ֣טַח (lā·ḇe·ṭaḥ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 983: A place of refuge, safety, safely

and your foot
וְ֝רַגְלְךָ֗ (wə·raḡ·lə·ḵā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 7272: A foot, a step, the pudenda

will not
לֹ֣א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

stumble.
תִגּֽוֹף׃ (ṯig·gō·wp̄)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5062: To push, gore, defeat, stub, inflict

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