Proverbs 3:17
New International Version
Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace.

New Living Translation
She will guide you down delightful paths; all her ways are satisfying.

English Standard Version
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

Berean Standard Bible
All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

King James Bible
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

New King James Version
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.

New American Standard Bible
Her ways are pleasant ways, And all her paths are peace.

NASB 1995
Her ways are pleasant ways And all her paths are peace.

NASB 1977
Her ways are pleasant ways, And all her paths are peace.

Legacy Standard Bible
Her ways are pleasant ways And all her pathways are peace.

Amplified Bible
Her ways are highways of pleasantness and favor, And all her paths are peace.

Christian Standard Bible
Her ways are pleasant, and all her paths, peaceful.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Her ways are pleasant, and all her paths, peaceful.

American Standard Version
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.

Contemporary English Version
Wisdom makes life pleasant and leads us safely along.

English Revised Version
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[Wisdom's] ways are pleasant ways, and all its paths lead to peace.

Good News Translation
Wisdom can make your life pleasant and lead you safely through it.

International Standard Version
Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peaceful.

Majority Standard Bible
All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

NET Bible
Her ways are very pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

New Heart English Bible
Her ways are ways of pleasantness. All her paths are peace.

Webster's Bible Translation
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

World English Bible
Her ways are ways of pleasantness. All her paths are peace.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Her ways [are] ways of pleasantness, "" And all her paths [are] peace.

Young's Literal Translation
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.

Smith's Literal Translation
Her ways the ways of pleasantness, and all her beaten paths, peace.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Her ways are beautiful ways, and all her paths are peaceable.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Her ways are beautiful ways, and all her paths are peaceful.

New American Bible
Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace;

New Revised Standard Version
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Her ways are the ways of sweetness and all her paths are peace.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Her ways are good ways, and all her paths are peaceful.

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Audio Bible



Context
The Blessings of Wisdom
16Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. 17All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful. 18She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed.…

Cross References
James 3:17
But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.

Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

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

Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.

Hebrews 12:11
No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.

Isaiah 32:17
The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever.

Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

1 Peter 3:11
He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.

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

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

Isaiah 55:12
You will indeed go out with joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.

Psalm 37:37
Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace.

Jeremiah 6:16
This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’


Treasury of Scripture

Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

ways of

Proverbs 2:10
When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;

Proverbs 22:18
For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.

Psalm 19:10,11
More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb…

all

Psalm 25:10
All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.

Psalm 37:11
But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

Psalm 119:165
Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

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13. The gain of wisdom
27. Exhortation to goodness
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Her ways
The "her" in this verse refers to wisdom, personified as a woman throughout Proverbs. In Hebrew, the word for wisdom is "חָכְמָה" (chokmah), which is feminine. This personification emphasizes the nurturing and guiding aspects of wisdom. The "ways" (דֶּרֶךְ, derek) suggest a journey or a manner of living. In the ancient Near Eastern context, a "way" was not just a path but a lifestyle or a set of behaviors. Wisdom's ways are contrasted with the ways of folly, which lead to destruction.

are pleasant
The Hebrew word for "pleasant" is "נֹעַם" (noam), which conveys a sense of beauty, delight, and agreeableness. This suggests that living according to wisdom is not burdensome but rather brings joy and satisfaction. In a historical context, the pursuit of wisdom was seen as the highest goal, leading to a life of fulfillment and contentment. The pleasantness of wisdom's ways is a testament to the harmony and order that come from living in alignment with God's principles.

and all her paths
The term "paths" (נְתִיבוֹת, netivot) refers to the specific courses or directions one might take in life. While "ways" can be seen as broader life choices, "paths" are the daily decisions and actions. The use of "all" emphasizes the comprehensive nature of wisdom's guidance. Every aspect of life, when guided by wisdom, is directed towards good and beneficial outcomes.

are peaceful
The Hebrew word for "peaceful" is "שָׁלוֹם" (shalom), which is rich in meaning. It encompasses not only the absence of conflict but also completeness, wholeness, and well-being. In the biblical context, shalom is a state of harmony with God, others, and oneself. It is the ultimate blessing and the goal of a life lived in accordance with divine wisdom. The peace that wisdom brings is not merely external but deeply internal, affecting the heart and soul.

(17) Peace.--The highest reward of the New Testament for the life of thankful dependence upon God (Philippians 4:6-7).

Verse 17. - Ways of pleasantness (dar'key noam); Vulgate, viae pulchrae; LXX., ὁδοὶ καλαὶ. Wisdom's ways are those in which substantial delight may be found. They are beautiful and lovely to look upon, and afford happiness. All her paths are peace (v'kal-n'thivo-theyah shalom); literally, as in the Authorized Version. "Peace," shalom, is not genitive as "pleasantness." The character of peace is stamped upon her paths, so that in speaking of Wisdom's paths we speak of peace. She brings tranquillity and serenity and blessedness. Her paths are free from strife and alarm, and they lead to peace. (On the distinction between "ways" and "paths" - the more open and the more private walks - see Proverbs 2:15.)

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Her ways
דְּרָכֶ֥יהָ (də·rā·ḵe·hā)
Noun - common plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

are pleasant,
נֹ֑עַם (nō·‘am)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5278: Agreeableness, delight, suitableness, splendor, grace

and all
וְֽכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

her paths
נְתִ֖יבוֹתֶ֣יהָ (nə·ṯî·ḇō·w·ṯe·hā)
Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5410: Path, pathway

[are] peaceful.
שָׁלֽוֹם׃ (šā·lō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace


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