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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/29.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the LORD means safety.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/29.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/29.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/29.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man brings a snare, But one who trusts in the LORD will be protected.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/29.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Trembling before man brings a snare, But he who trusts in Yahweh will be set securely on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/29.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in <i>and</i> puts his confidence in the LORD will be exalted <i>and</i> safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/29.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of mankind is a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/29.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man is a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/29.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/29.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Don't fall into the trap of being a coward--trust the LORD, and you will be safe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/29.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/29.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A person's fear sets a trap [for him], but one who trusts the LORD is safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/29.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust the LORD, you are safe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/29.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Fearing any human being is a trap, but confiding in the LORD keeps anyone safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/29.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/29.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The fear of people becomes a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD will be set on high. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/29.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD will be set on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/29.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The fear of man bringeth a snare: but he who putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/29.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/29.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Fear of man causes a snare, "" And the confident in YHWH is set on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/29.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Fear of man causeth a snare, And the confident in Jehovah is set on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/29.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The fear of man will give a snare: and he trusting in Jehovah shall be exalted.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/29.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He that feareth man, shall quickly fall: he that trusteth in the Lord, shall be set on high. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/29.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Whoever fears man will quickly fall. Whoever hopes in the Lord shall be lifted up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/29.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Fear of others becomes a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is safe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/29.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of others lays a snare, but one who trusts in the LORD is secure.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/29.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The iniquity of a man becomes a stumblingblock to him; but he who puts his trust in the LORD shall become strong.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/29.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The evil of a man makes him a scandal and he that trusts upon LORD JEHOVAH will prevail.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/29.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be set up on high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/29.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br /><i>they</i> fearing and reverencing men <i>unreasonably</i> have been overthrown, but he that trusts in the Lord shall rejoice. Ungodliness causes a man to stumble: but he that trusts in his master shall be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/29-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=6108" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">The Stiff-Necked will Be Destroyed</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2731.htm" title="2731: ḥer·daṯ (N-fsc) -- Trembling, fear, anxiety. Feminine of chared; fear, anxiety.">The fear</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: ’ā·ḏām (N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">of man</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: yit·tên (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">is</a> <a href="/hebrew/4170.htm" title="4170: mō·w·qêš (N-ms) -- A bait or lure, a snare. Or moqesh; from yaqosh; a noose: by implication, a hook.">a snare,</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: ū·ḇō·w·ṭê·aḥ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">but whoever trusts</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">in the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/7682.htm" title="7682: yə·śug·gāḇ (V-Pual-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to be lofty, especially inaccessible; by implication, safe, strong; used literally and figuratively.">is set securely on high.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Psalm 56:3-4</a></span><br />When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-7.htm">Jeremiah 17:7-8</a></span><br />But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8-9</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. / It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a></span><br />Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a></span><br />Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a></span><br />So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/4-18.htm">1 John 4:18</a></span><br />There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a></span><br />What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/146-3.htm">Psalm 146:3-5</a></span><br />Put not your trust in princes, in mortal man, who cannot save. / When his spirit departs, he returns to the ground; on that very day his plans perish. / Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a></span><br />For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7</a></span><br />He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></span><br />Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The fear of man brings a snare: but whoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe.</p><p class="hdg">fear</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/12-11.htm">Genesis 12:11-13</a></b></br> And it came to pass, when he was come near to enter into Egypt, that he said unto Sarai his wife, Behold now, I know that thou <i>art</i> a fair woman to look upon: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/20-2.htm">Genesis 20:2,11</a></b></br> And Abraham said of Sarah his wife, She <i>is</i> my sister: and Abimelech king of Gerar sent, and took Sarah… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/26-7.htm">Genesis 26:7</a></b></br> And the men of the place asked <i>him</i> of his wife; and he said, She <i>is</i> my sister: for he feared to say, <i>She is</i> my wife; lest, <i>said he</i>, the men of the place should kill me for Rebekah; because she <i>was</i> fair to look upon.</p><p class="hdg">whoso</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-20.htm">Proverbs 16:20</a></b></br> He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy <i>is</i> he.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-10.htm">Proverbs 18:10</a></b></br> The name of the LORD <i>is</i> a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Proverbs 30:5</a></b></br> Every word of God <i>is</i> pure: he <i>is</i> a shield unto them that put their trust in him.</p><p class="hdg">safe</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/69-29.htm">Psalm 69:29</a></b></br> But I <i>am</i> poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/91-14.htm">Psalm 91:14</a></b></br> Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">Causeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-19.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-12.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-7.htm">Exalted</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-14.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-3.htm">High</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-7.htm">Lays</a> <a href="/psalms/83-3.htm">Protected</a> <a href="/psalms/139-23.htm">Prove</a> <a href="/psalms/18-30.htm">Proves</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-14.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Trusts</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/29-26.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/8-1.htm">Causeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-11.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-12.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-32.htm">Exalted</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-9.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-13.htm">High</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-10.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-19.htm">Lays</a> <a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Protected</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-6.htm">Prove</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Proves</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-17.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-19.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-12.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-26.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-11.htm">Trusts</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 29</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">observations of public government</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">and of private</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Of anger, pride, thievery, cowardice and corruption</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical times, this fear could manifest in various ways, such as fearing persecution, social ostracism, or loss of status. The term "snare" suggests a trap or a dangerous situation that can entangle and capture someone, leading to spiritual or moral compromise. This concept is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/isaiah/51-12.htm">Isaiah 51:12-13</a>, where God reminds His people not to fear mortal men. The fear of man can lead to actions that are contrary to God's will, as seen in the life of King Saul, who disobeyed God due to fear of the people's opinion (<a href="/1_samuel/15-24.htm">1 Samuel 15:24</a>).<p><b>but whoever trusts in the LORD</b><br>Trusting in the LORD implies a deep, abiding faith and reliance on God's character and promises. This trust is a central theme throughout the Bible, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, which encourages believers to trust in the LORD with all their heart. Trusting God involves acknowledging His sovereignty, wisdom, and goodness, even when circumstances are challenging. This trust is not passive but active, requiring believers to live out their faith through obedience and reliance on God's guidance. The historical context of Israel's reliance on God during times of trouble, such as the Exodus, serves as a backdrop for understanding the importance of trust in God.<p><b>is set securely on high</b><br>The imagery of being "set securely on high" suggests safety, protection, and exaltation. In ancient times, high places were often seen as secure locations, away from danger and enemies. This phrase indicates that those who trust in the LORD are elevated above the fears and threats that might otherwise ensnare them. This concept is reflected in <a href="/psalms/91-14.htm">Psalm 91:14</a>, where God promises to protect those who love Him and acknowledge His name. The idea of being set on high also points to the ultimate security found in a relationship with God, who is a refuge and fortress for His people. This security is not just physical but spiritual, offering peace and assurance in the midst of life's challenges.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human behavior and divine wisdom are reflected throughout the book of Proverbs.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the Proverbs were initially addressed. The cultural and historical context of Israel provides a backdrop for understanding the societal pressures and fears that might lead one to fear man over God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God used in the Old Testament, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness. Trusting in Yahweh is contrasted with fearing man.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_human_approval.htm">The Danger of Human Approval</a></b><br>The "fear of man" can lead to compromise and sin. It is a snare that traps us into valuing human opinion over God's truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_as_a_secure_foundation.htm">Trust as a Secure Foundation</a></b><br>Trusting in the LORD provides security and stability. The Hebrew word for "trust" (batach) implies confidence and reliance, suggesting a firm foundation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/elevated_perspective.htm">Elevated Perspective</a></b><br>Being "set securely on high" indicates a position of safety and perspective. Trusting God lifts us above the immediate fears and pressures of life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_over_fear.htm">Faith Over Fear</a></b><br>Cultivating a deep trust in God helps us overcome the fear of man. This trust is built through prayer, scripture study, and obedience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_steps_to_trust.htm">Practical Steps to Trust</a></b><br>Regularly remind yourself of God's promises, surround yourself with a community of believers, and practice obedience in small steps to build trust in God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_29.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 29</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_fearing_others.htm">What does the Bible say about fearing others?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_people_pleasing.htm">What does the Bible say about people pleasing?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_james_5_16.htm">What does the Bible say about fearing others?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_marriage_legally_valid.htm">What does the Bible say about people pleasing?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/29.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">The fear of man bringeth a snare.--</span>Even, it may be, the loss of eternal life. (Comp. <a href="/matthew/10-28.htm" title="And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.">Matthew 10:28</a>; <a href="/john/12-25.htm" title="He that loves his life shall lose it; and he that hates his life in this world shall keep it to life eternal.">John 12:25</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/29.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The fear of man bringeth a snare.</span> He who, through fear of what man may do to him, think or say of him, does what he knows to be wrong, lets his moral cowardice lead him into sin, leaves duty undone, - such a man gets no real good from his weakness, outrages conscience, displeases God. See our Lord's words (<a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a>; <a href="/mark/8-38.htm">Mark 8:38</a>; and comp. <a href="/isaiah/51-12.htm">Isaiah 51:12</a>, etc). Whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe (<a href="/proverbs/18-10.htm">Proverbs 18:10</a>). Such trust carries a man safe through all dangers; fearing to offend God, living as always under his eye, he feels Divine protection, and knows that whatever happens is for the best. The LXX. joins this to the preceding verse, thus: "He who shareth with a thief hateth his own soul; and if, when an oath is offered, they who hear it give, no information, they fearing and reverencing men, are overthrown, but he that trusteth in the Lord shall rejoice." They add another rendering of the last verse, "Ungodliness causeth a man to stumble, but he who trusts in the Lord (<span class="greek">ἐπὶ τῷ δεσπότῃ</span> <a href="/2_peter/2-1.htm">2 Peter 2:1</a>) shall be saved." <span class="greek">Δεσπότης</span> is used for <span class="accented">Jehovah</span> in the New Testament, <span class="accented">e.g.</span>, <a href="/luke/2-29.htm">Luke 2:29</a>; <a href="/acts/4-24.htm">Acts 4:24</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/29-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The fear</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶרְדַּ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(ḥer·daṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2731.htm">Strong's 2731: </a> </span><span class="str2">Trembling, fear, anxiety</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of man</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭דָם</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is</span><br /><span class="heb">יִתֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a snare,</span><br /><span class="heb">מוֹקֵ֑שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(mō·w·qêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4170.htm">Strong's 4170: </a> </span><span class="str2">A bait or lure, a snare</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but whoever trusts</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבוֹטֵ֖חַ</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇō·w·ṭê·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּיהוָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will be set securely on high.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְשֻׂגָּֽב׃</span> <span class="translit">(yə·śug·gāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pual - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7682.htm">Strong's 7682: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, lofty, inaccessible, safe, strong</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/29-25.htm">Proverbs 29:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/29-25.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man proves to be (Prov. 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