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Proverbs 29:25
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23 aA man’s pride will bring him low,
But the humble in spirit will retain honor. 
24 Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life;
aHe1 swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing. 
25 aThe fear of man brings a snare,
But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be1 safe. 
26 aMany seek the ruler’s1 favor,
But justice for man comes from the Lord. 
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous,
And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.
Verse Comparison: Proverbs 29:25

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American Standard Version
The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.

Amplified® Bible
The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever leans on, trusts in, {and} puts his confidence in the Lord is safe {and} set on high.

Contemporary English Version
Don't fall into the trap of being a coward-- trust the LORD, and you will be safe.

Darby English Version
The fear of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his confidence in Jehovah is protected.

Good News Bible
It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust the LORD, you are safe.

King James Version
The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

New American Standard Bible
The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.

New International Version
Fear of man will prove to be a snare,
but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.

New King James Version
The fear of man brings a snare,
But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe.

N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will find exaltation.

Revised Standard Version
The fear of man lays a snare, but he who trusts in the LORD is safe.

Young's Literal Translation
Fear of man causeth a snare, And the confident in Jehovah is set on high.


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