Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. New Living Translation All who fear the LORD will hate evil. Therefore, I hate pride and arrogance, corruption and perverse speech. English Standard Version The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. Berean Standard Bible To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Berean Literal Bible The fear of YHWH is to hate evil; I hate pride, and arrogance, and the way of evil, and the mouth of perversity. King James Bible The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. New King James Version The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way And the perverse mouth I hate. New American Standard Bible “The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride, arrogance, the evil way, And the perverted mouth, I hate. NASB 1995 “The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way And the perverted mouth, I hate. NASB 1977 “The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way, And the perverted mouth, I hate. Legacy Standard Bible The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way And the mouth of perverted words, I hate. Amplified Bible “The [reverent] fear and worshipful awe of the LORD includes the hatred of evil; Pride and arrogance and the evil way, And the perverted mouth, I hate. Berean Annotated Bible To fear the LORD {YHWH} is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Christian Standard Bible To fear the LORD is to hate evil. I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Holman Christian Standard Bible To fear the LORD is to hate evil. I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. American Standard Version The fear of Jehovah is to hate evil: Pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, And the perverse mouth, do I hate. Contemporary English Version If you respect the LORD, you will hate evil. I hate pride and conceit and deceitful lies. English Revised Version The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. GOD'S WORD® Translation To fear the LORD is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, evil behavior, and twisted speech. Good News Translation To honor the LORD is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil ways and false words. International Standard Version The fear of the LORD is to hate evil. Pride, arrogance, an evil lifestyle, and perverted speech I despise. NET Bible The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride and the evil way and perverse utterances. New Heart English Bible The fear of the LORD is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth. Webster's Bible Translation The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogance, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTo fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. World English Bible The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe fear of YHWH [is] to hate evil; Pride, and arrogance, and an evil way, "" And a contrary mouth, I have hated. Berean Literal Bible The fear of YHWH is to hate evil; I hate pride, and arrogance, and the way of evil, and the mouth of perversity. Young's Literal Translation The fear of Jehovah is to hate evil; Pride, and arrogance, and an evil way, And a froward mouth, I have hated. Smith's Literal Translation The fear of Jehovah hates evil: pride and haughtiness, and the evil way, and the mouth of perverseness I hated. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe fear of the Lord hateth evil: I hate arrogance, and pride, and every wicked way, and a mouth with a double tongue. Catholic Public Domain Version The fear of the Lord hates evil. I detest arrogance, and pride, and every wicked way, and a mouth with a double tongue. New American Bible [The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil;] Pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth I hate. New Revised Standard Version The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleReverence of the LORD despises evil; pride, arrogance, evil ways, and perverse speech do I hate. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The worship of LORD JEHOVAH is hating evil; pomp, pride, the evil way, and the perverse mouth, I hate. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; Pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, And the froward mouth, do I hate. Brenton Septuagint Translation The fear of the Lord hates unrighteousness, and insolence, and pride, and the ways of wicked men; and I hate the perverse ways of bad men. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Excellence of Wisdom…12I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. 13To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. 14Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have insight and strength.… Cross References To fear the LORD is to hate evil; Psalm 97:10 Hate evil, O you who love the LORD! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked. Proverbs 3:7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil. Job 28:28 And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’” I hate arrogant pride, Proverbs 16:5 Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. Proverbs 6:17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” evil conduct, Romans 12:9 Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. 1 Thessalonians 5:22 Abstain from every form of evil. Psalm 37:27 Turn away from evil and do good, so that you will abide forever. and perverse speech. Proverbs 4:24 Put away deception from your mouth; keep your lips from perverse speech. Psalm 34:13 Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech. Ephesians 4:29 Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Psalm 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever! Proverbs 16:6 By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil. Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, … Treasury of Scripture The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogance, and the evil way, and the fraudulent mouth, do I hate. the fear Proverbs 16:6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil. Psalm 97:10 Ye that love the LORD, hate evil: he preserveth the souls of his saints; he delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked. Psalm 101:3 I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me. pride Proverbs 6:16-19 These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: … 1 Samuel 2:3 Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. Psalm 5:4,5 For thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness: neither shall evil dwell with thee… the froward Proverbs 4:24 Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee. Proverbs 6:12 A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouth. Proverbs 10:31 The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out. Jump to Previous Arrogance Arrogancy Behavior Evil False. Fear Froward Hate Hated Hating Hatred High Mouth Oneself Opinion Perverse Perverted Pride Speech Tongue Unpleasing WayJump to Next Arrogance Arrogancy Behavior Evil False. Fear Froward Hate Hated Hating Hatred High Mouth Oneself Opinion Perverse Perverted Pride Speech Tongue Unpleasing WayProverbs 8 1. the fame6. and evidence of wisdom 10. The excellence 12. the nature 15. the power 18. the riches 22. and the eternity of wisdom 32. Wisdom is to be desired for the blessedness it brings To fear the LORD is to hate evil; The fear of the LORD is a foundational theme in Proverbs, representing a deep reverence and awe for God. This fear is not merely an emotional response but a commitment to align one's life with God's will. Hating evil is a natural outcome of this fear, as evil is contrary to God's nature. In biblical context, evil encompasses sin, injustice, and anything that opposes God's righteousness. This phrase echoes Job 28:28, where wisdom is equated with fearing the Lord and shunning evil. The call to hate evil is a call to reject sin in all its forms, aligning with the holiness God demands from His people. I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was known for his wisdom, which he received from God. Proverbs is a collection of his wise sayings. 2. Wisdom Personified in Proverbs 8, wisdom is depicted as a woman calling out to people to follow her ways. This chapter emphasizes the value and importance of wisdom in a believer's life. 3. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God in the Old Testament, representing His eternal and unchanging nature. The fear of the LORD is a central theme in Proverbs. Teaching Points The Fear of the LORDThe fear of the LORD is not about being afraid but having a reverential awe and respect for God. It is foundational to wisdom and leads to a life that honors Him. Hating Evil To truly fear the LORD, one must actively reject and despise evil in all its forms. This includes not only actions but also thoughts and attitudes. Rejecting Pride Arrogant pride is detestable to God. Believers are called to humility, recognizing their dependence on God and the need to submit to His will. Guarding Speech Perverse speech is condemned. Believers should strive for purity in their words, reflecting the character of Christ in their communication. Living Wisely Embracing wisdom involves making choices that align with God's values, rejecting sin, and pursuing righteousness in everyday life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 8:13?2. How can we practically "hate evil" in our daily lives today? 3. What does "fear of the LORD" mean in Proverbs 8:13? 4. How does Proverbs 8:13 connect with James 4:6 on pride? 5. In what ways can we identify "arrogance" within ourselves? 6. How can we cultivate humility as described in Proverbs 8:13? 7. How does Proverbs 8:13 define the fear of the LORD? 8. Why does Proverbs 8:13 emphasize hating pride and arrogance? 9. What is the historical context of Proverbs 8:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 8? 11. When is it appropriate to love or hate? 12. Psalm 139:19–22: How do these verses endorsing hatred for the wicked align with other passages in the Bible that command love for one’s enemies? 13. What is the Bible's perspective on hate? 14. What does the Bible teach about hate? What Does Proverbs 8:13 Mean To fear the LORD“ ‘To fear the LORD’ ” is more than a passing reverence; it is the settled, joyful awe that flows from knowing who He is and what He has done. Scripture presents this fear as: • a beginning point—“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:10). • a chosen way of life—“What does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all His ways” (Deuteronomy 10:12). • a unifying duty—“Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man” (Ecclesiastes 12:13). When we truly fear the Lord, we treasure His character and submit to His authority, trusting Him as Father (Psalm 25:14) and Sovereign King (Revelation 15:4). Is to hate evil Wisdom immediately links fear of God with hatred of evil—“ ‘is to hate evil’ ”. Love for the Lord and hatred for evil are two sides of one coin: “O you who love the LORD, hate evil!” (Psalm 97:10). Anything that violates God’s holiness becomes intolerable to a heart that fears Him. Amos 5:15 calls us to “Hate evil, love good; maintain justice,” underscoring that genuine reverence produces moral courage, not complacency. I hate arrogant pride Wisdom now speaks in the first person: “ ‘I hate arrogant pride’ ”. Pride exalts self over God, the very sin that cast Satan from heaven (Isaiah 14:13–15). Scripture repeatedly warns: • “Pride goes before destruction” (Proverbs 16:18). • “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5). Hating pride means celebrating humility, imitating Christ who “humbled Himself” (Philippians 2:8). Evil conduct “I hate…evil conduct”. Deeds matter. Titus 1:16 describes people who “claim to know God, but by their actions they deny Him.” A heart that fears the Lord rejects: • acts of violence and injustice (Proverbs 6:17). • sexual immorality and impurity (Ephesians 5:3). • dishonest dealings (Micah 6:11). Instead, it pursues the good works “prepared in advance” for us (Ephesians 2:10). Perverse speech “I hate…perverse speech”. Words reveal the heart (Luke 6:45). Proverbs 4:24 urges, “Put away deceitful speech,” while Ephesians 4:29 commands, “Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up.” Gossip, slander, crude joking, or manipulative flattery grieve the Spirit (Ephesians 4:30) and contradict a life that fears the Lord. summary Proverbs 8:13 ties reverence to rejection: to revere the Lord is to repudiate anything He hates. A God-fearing life treasures His majesty, detests sin in every form—pride, corrupt actions, twisted words—and actively chooses humility, righteousness, and wholesome speech. The closer we draw to Him, the stronger our love for what is good and our hatred for what is evil will grow. (13) The fear of the Lord is to hate evil.--Because there can never be any truce between the kingdoms of light and darkness (Matthew 6:24), so if we are the friend of one, we must be the enemy of the other.Pride and arrogancy . . . do I hate.--See above on Proverbs 6:17. Verse 13. - The fear of the Lord is to hate evil. Wisdom here enunciates the proposition which is the foundation of all her teaching, only here, as it were, on the reverse side, net as the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 1:7; Proverbs 9:10), but as the hatred of evil; she then proceeds to particularize the evil which the Lord hates. Taking the clause in this sense, we have no need to alter the persons and forms of the verbs to "I fear the Lord, I hate evil," as Dathe and others suggest; still less to suppress the whole paragraph as a late insertion. These violent measures are arbitrary and quite unnecessary, the present text allowing a natural and sufficient exposition. There can be no fellowship between light and darkness; he who serves the Lord must renounce the works of the devil. Pride and arrogancy, which are opposed to the sovereign virtue of humility, are the first sins which Wisdom names. These are among the things which the Lord is said to hate (Proverbs 6:17, etc.). "Initium omnis peccati est superbia" (Ecclus. 10:15, Vet. Lat.). The evil way; i.e. sins of conduct, "way" being, as commonly, equivalent to "manner of life." The froward mouth; literally, mouth of perverseness, sins of speech (see on Proverbs 2:12; and comp. 10:31); Vulgate, os bilingue.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew To fearיִֽרְאַ֣ת (yir·’aṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3374: Fear, reverence the LORD יְהוָה֮ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is to hate שְֽׂנֹ֫את (śə·nōṯ) Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 8130: To hate evil; רָ֥ע (rā‘) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7451: Bad, evil I hate שָׂנֵֽאתִי׃ (śā·nê·ṯî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 8130: To hate arrogant וְגָא֨וֹן ׀ (wə·ḡā·’ō·wn) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1347: Arrogance, majesty, ornament pride, גֵּ֘אָ֤ה (gê·’āh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 1344: Arrogance evil רָ֭ע (rā‘) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7451: Bad, evil conduct, וְדֶ֣רֶךְ (wə·ḏe·reḵ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action and perverse תַהְפֻּכ֬וֹת (ṯah·pu·ḵō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8419: Perversity, perverse thing speech. וּפִ֨י (ū·p̄î) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to Links Proverbs 8:13 NIVProverbs 8:13 NLT Proverbs 8:13 ESV Proverbs 8:13 NASB Proverbs 8:13 KJV Proverbs 8:13 BibleApps.com Proverbs 8:13 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 8:13 Chinese Bible Proverbs 8:13 French Bible Proverbs 8:13 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:13 The fear of Yahweh is to hate (Prov. 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