Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The fear of the LORD adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. New Living Translation Fear of the LORD lengthens one’s life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. English Standard Version The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be short. Berean Standard Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. King James Bible The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. New King James Version The fear of the LORD prolongs days, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. New American Standard Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs life, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. NASB 1995 The fear of the LORD prolongs life, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. NASB 1977 The fear of the LORD prolongs life, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. Legacy Standard Bible The fear of Yahweh prolongs life, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. Amplified Bible The [reverent] fear of the LORD [worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect] prolongs one’s life, But the years of the wicked will be shortened. Christian Standard Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. Holman Christian Standard Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. American Standard Version The fear of Jehovah prolongeth days; But the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Contemporary English Version If you respect the LORD, you will live longer; if you keep doing wrong, your life will be cut short. English Revised Version The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. GOD'S WORD® Translation The fear of the LORD lengthens [the number of] days, but the years of wicked people are shortened. Good News Translation Obey the LORD, and you will live longer. The wicked die before their time. International Standard Version Fearing the LORD prolongs life, but the wicked will not live long. Majority Standard Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. NET Bible Fearing the LORD prolongs life, but the life span of the wicked will be shortened. New Heart English Bible The fear of the LORD prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Webster's Bible Translation The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. World English Bible The fear of Yahweh prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe fear of YHWH adds days, "" And the years of the wicked are shortened. Young's Literal Translation The fear of Jehovah addeth days, And the years of the wicked are shortened. Smith's Literal Translation The fear of Jehovah will add days, and the years of the unjust shall be diminished. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe fear of the Lord shall prolong days: and the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Catholic Public Domain Version The fear of the Lord adds days. And the years of the impious will be shortened. New American Bible Fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. New Revised Standard Version The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be short. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleReverence for the LORD prolongs life; but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The worship of LORD JEHOVAH will add days, and the years of the evil ones will be subtracted. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The fear of the LORD prolongeth days; But the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Brenton Septuagint Translation The fear of the Lord adds length of days: but the years of the ungodly shall be shortened. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Proverbs: The Wise Son…26Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is the slacker to those who send him. 27The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. 28The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish.… Cross References Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Ephesians 6:2-3 “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.” Psalm 34:11-14 Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD. / Who is the man who delights in life, who desires to see good days? / Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech. ... Deuteronomy 5:16 Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. 1 Peter 3:10-12 For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. / He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. / For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Psalm 91:14-16 “Because he loves Me, I will deliver him; because he knows My name, I will protect him. / When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him. / With long life I will satisfy him and show him My salvation.” Proverbs 3:1-2 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life. Ecclesiastes 8:12-13 Although a sinner does evil a hundred times and still lives long, yet I also know that it will go well with those who fear God, who are reverent in His presence. / Yet because the wicked do not fear God, it will not go well with them, and their days will not lengthen like a shadow. Job 5:26 You will come to the grave in full vigor, like a sheaf of grain gathered in season. Psalm 55:23 But You, O God, will bring them down to the Pit of destruction; men of bloodshed and deceit will not live out half their days. But I will trust in You. Proverbs 9:11 For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life. Isaiah 65:20 No longer will a nursing infant live but a few days, or an old man fail to live out his years. For the youth will die at a hundred years, and he who fails to reach a hundred will be considered accursed. Matthew 15:4 For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord. Proverbs 14:27 The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death. Treasury of Scripture The fear of the LORD prolongs days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. fear Proverbs 3:2,16 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee… Proverbs 9:11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased. Psalm 21:4 He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever. prolongeth Job 15:32,33 It shall be accomplished before his time, and his branch shall not be green… Job 22:15,16 Hast thou marked the old way which wicked men have trodden? … Psalm 55:23 But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in thee. Jump to Previous Addeth Adds Cut Evil-Doer Fear Gives Life Prolongeth Prolongs Short Shortened WickedJump to Next Addeth Adds Cut Evil-Doer Fear Gives Life Prolongeth Prolongs Short Shortened WickedProverbs 10 1. Proverbs of Solomon: observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vicesThe fear of the LORD prolongs life The concept of "the fear of the LORD" is central to wisdom literature in the Bible, particularly in Proverbs. It denotes a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God, acknowledging His power and authority. This fear is not about being afraid but about recognizing God's holiness and aligning one's life with His will. In the ancient Near Eastern context, longevity was often seen as a sign of divine favor and blessing. The promise of prolonged life is not merely about physical longevity but also about a life filled with purpose, peace, and divine favor. This principle is echoed in other scriptures, such as Deuteronomy 5:33, which speaks of walking in God's ways to live long in the land. The idea is that living in accordance with God's wisdom leads to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. but the years of the wicked will be cut short Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He compiled these sayings to impart wisdom and understanding. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, representing His eternal and unchanging nature. The fear of the LORD is a central theme in Proverbs, emphasizing reverence and obedience to God. 3. The Righteous Those who live in accordance with God's laws and principles, often contrasted with the wicked in Proverbs. 4. The Wicked Individuals who live in opposition to God's ways, often experiencing negative consequences as a result. 5. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction. Teaching Points The Fear of the LORD as a FoundationEmphasize that a reverent relationship with God is foundational for a life that is both spiritually and physically fulfilling. This fear is not about terror but about awe, respect, and submission to God's will. Consequences of Wickedness Highlight that living in opposition to God's ways leads to a life that is often cut short, not just in years but in quality and fulfillment. Wisdom and Longevity Encourage the pursuit of wisdom as a means to live a life that is not only long but also meaningful and aligned with God's purposes. Practical Reverence Discuss practical ways to cultivate the fear of the LORD in daily life, such as regular prayer, Bible study, and obedience to God's commands. Contrast and Choice Present the choice between living a life of righteousness versus wickedness, emphasizing the long-term benefits of choosing God's path.(27) The fear of the Lord prolongeth days.--The special Old Testament blessing for obedience (comp. Proverbs 9:11), often fulfilled now, too, in the case of those who live on to old age, in the quiet fulfilment of duty; while others are shortening their lives by excessive anxieties, or the pursuit of pleasure.Verse 27. - The fear of the Lord prolongeth days. The premise of long life as the reward of a religious conversation is often found in our book, where temporal retribution is set forth (see Proverbs 3:2; Proverbs 9:11; Proverbs 14:27). Shall be shortened, as Psalm 55:23; Ecclesiastes 7:17. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The fearיִרְאַ֣ת (yir·’aṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3374: Fear, reverence of the LORD יְ֭הוָה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel prolongs תּוֹסִ֣יף (tō·w·sîp̄) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3254: To add, augment life, יָמִ֑ים (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day but the years וּשְׁנ֖וֹת (ū·šə·nō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 8141: A year of the wicked רְשָׁעִ֣ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person will be shortened. תִּקְצֹֽרְנָה׃ (tiq·ṣō·rə·nāh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine plural Strong's 7114: To dock off, curtail, to harvest Links Proverbs 10:27 NIVProverbs 10:27 NLT Proverbs 10:27 ESV Proverbs 10:27 NASB Proverbs 10:27 KJV Proverbs 10:27 BibleApps.com Proverbs 10:27 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 10:27 Chinese Bible Proverbs 10:27 French Bible Proverbs 10:27 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 10:27 The fear of Yahweh prolongs days (Prov. 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