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all her ways are satisfying.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/3.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/3.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Her ways <i>are</i> ways of pleasantness, and all her paths <i>are</i> peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/3.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Her ways <i>are</i> ways of pleasantness, And all her paths <i>are</i> peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/3.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways And all her pathways are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are highways of pleasantness <i>and</i> favor, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant, and all her paths, peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant, and all her paths, peaceful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/3.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Wisdom makes life pleasant and leads us safely along. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/3.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />[Wisdom's] ways are pleasant ways, and all its paths lead to peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/3.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Wisdom can make your life pleasant and lead you safely through it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/3.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/3.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are very pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness. All her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/3.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness. All her paths are peace. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Her ways [are] ways of pleasantness, "" And all her paths [are] peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Her ways the ways of pleasantness, and all her beaten paths, peace.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are beautiful ways, and all her paths are peaceable. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Her ways are beautiful ways, and all her paths are peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/3.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Her ways are the ways of sweetness and all her paths are peace.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Her ways are good ways, and all her paths are peaceful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/3-17.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=456" 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/3.htm">The Blessings of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: də·rā·ḵe·hā (N-cpc:: 3fs) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">All her ways</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: ḏar·ḵê- (N-cpc) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5278.htm" title="5278: nō·‘am (N-ms) -- Delightfulness, pleasantness. From na'em; agreeableness, i.e. Delight, suitableness, splendor or grace.">are pleasant,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: wə·ḵāl (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">and all</a> <a href="/hebrew/5410.htm" title="5410: nə·ṯî·ḇō·w·ṯe·hā (N-fpc:: 3fs) -- Path, pathway. Or nthiybah; or nthibah; from an unused root meaning to tramp; a track.">her paths</a> <a href="/hebrew/7965.htm" title="7965: šā·lō·wm (N-ms) -- Or shalom; from shalam; safe, i.e. well, happy, friendly; also welfare, i.e. Health, prosperity, peace.">are peaceful.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed.…<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="/james/3-17.htm">James 3:17</a></span><br />But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a></span><br />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.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a></span><br />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="/colossians/3-15.htm">Colossians 3:15</a></span><br />Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-11.htm">Hebrews 12:11</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a></span><br />The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1</a></span><br />Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-11.htm">1 Peter 3:11</a></span><br />He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165</a></span><br />Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-12.htm">Isaiah 55:12</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-37.htm">Psalm 37:37</a></span><br />Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/6-16.htm">Jeremiah 6:16</a></span><br />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!’</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.</p><p class="hdg">ways of</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">Proverbs 2:10</a></b></br> When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/22-18.htm">Proverbs 22:18</a></b></br> For <i>it is</i> a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/19-10.htm">Psalm 19:10,11</a></b></br> More to be desired <i>are they</i> than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb… </p><p class="hdg">all</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-10.htm">Psalm 25:10</a></b></br> All the paths of the LORD <i>are</i> mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-11.htm">Psalm 37:11</a></b></br> But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165</a></b></br> Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/3-12.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/psalms/142-3.htm">Goings</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-6.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-2.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">Pleasant</a> <a href="/psalms/90-17.htm">Pleasantness</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-6.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/5-19.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-21.htm">Goings</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-11.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-35.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-19.htm">Pleasant</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-26.htm">Pleasantness</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-31.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 3</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm">various exhortations</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">The gain of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/3-27.htm">Exhortation to goodness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/3-33.htm">the different state of the wicked and upright</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>All her ways are pleasant</b><br>This phrase refers to the wisdom personified in Proverbs, often depicted as a woman. The "ways" of wisdom are described as "pleasant," indicating that following wisdom leads to a life of satisfaction and joy. In biblical context, the pursuit of wisdom is consistently associated with positive outcomes (<a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">Proverbs 2:10-11</a>). The Hebrew word for "pleasant" can also mean delightful or agreeable, suggesting that wisdom's guidance is not burdensome but rather brings contentment. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that God's commandments are not meant to be restrictive but to lead to a fulfilling life (<a href="/psalms/19-8.htm">Psalm 19:8-10</a>). Historically, wisdom literature in the ancient Near East often emphasized the benefits of living wisely, which included social harmony and personal well-being.<p><b>and all her paths are peaceful</b><br>The "paths" of wisdom are described as "peaceful," indicating that living according to wisdom brings about peace and tranquility. This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a holistic sense of well-being and harmony with God, others, and oneself. The Hebrew word for "peaceful" is "shalom," which encompasses completeness, soundness, and welfare. This concept of peace is deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience to God's wisdom results in peace (<a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a>). In the New Testament, Jesus is referred to as the Prince of Peace (<a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a>), and His teachings often echo the wisdom literature's call to live in peace with others (<a href="/matthew/5-9.htm">Matthew 5:9</a>). The peaceful paths of wisdom can also be seen as a type of Christ, who embodies ultimate wisdom and leads His followers into true peace (<a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>- Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. Proverbs is a collection of his wise sayings.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>- Personified as a woman in Proverbs, wisdom is depicted as offering guidance and leading to a life of peace and pleasantness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>- The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written, where wisdom literature was highly valued.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_wisdom.htm">The Nature of Wisdom</a></b><br>Wisdom is not just intellectual knowledge but a way of life that leads to pleasantness and peace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_pursuit_of_peace.htm">The Pursuit of Peace</a></b><br>True wisdom leads to peace, both internally and externally. Pursuing wisdom is a pursuit of peace in our relationships and within ourselves.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_path_of_righteousness.htm">The Path of Righteousness</a></b><br>Walking in wisdom is synonymous with walking in righteousness, which brings about a life of harmony and contentment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture.htm">The Role of Scripture</a></b><br>Engaging with Scripture is essential in gaining wisdom. The Bible provides the guidance needed to walk in wisdom's peaceful paths.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_wisdom.htm">Practical Wisdom</a></b><br>Applying wisdom in daily decisions leads to a more fulfilling and less tumultuous life. Seek wisdom in all areas of life, from personal relationships to professional endeavors.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 3</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_achieve_eternal_salvation.htm">Do you trust in the Lord with all your heart?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_overcoming.htm">What does the Bible say about FOMO?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_embodies_the_essence_of_the_world.htm">What is the Bible's view on overthinking?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_ekron's_role_in_the_bible.htm">What does Proverbs 3:6 mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) <span class= "bld">Peace.--</span>The highest reward of the New Testament for the life of thankful dependence upon God (<a href="/context/philippians/4-6.htm" title="Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.">Philippians 4:6-7</a>).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Ways of pleasantness</span> (<span class="accented">dar'key noam</span>); Vulgate, <span class="accented">viae pulchrae</span>; <span class="accented">LXX.</span>, <span class="greek">ὁδοὶ</span> <span class="greek">καλαὶ</span>. 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 (<span class="accented">v'kal-n'thivo-theyah shalom</span>); literally, as in the Authorized Version. "Peace," <span class="accented">shalom</span>, 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 <a href="/proverbs/2-15.htm">Proverbs 2:15</a>.) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/3-17.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">Her ways</span><br /><span class="heb">דְּרָכֶ֥יהָ</span> <span class="translit">(də·rā·ḵe·hā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common plural construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1870.htm">Strong's 1870: </a> </span><span class="str2">A road, a course of life, mode of action</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are pleasant,</span><br /><span class="heb">נֹ֑עַם</span> <span class="translit">(nō·‘am)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5278.htm">Strong's 5278: </a> </span><span class="str2">Agreeableness, delight, suitableness, splendor, grace</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and all</span><br /><span class="heb">וְֽכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">her paths</span><br /><span class="heb">נְתִ֖יבוֹתֶ֣יהָ</span> <span class="translit">(nə·ṯî·ḇō·w·ṯe·hā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5410.htm">Strong's 5410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Path, pathway</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[are] peaceful.</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁלֽוֹם׃</span> <span class="translit">(šā·lō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7965.htm">Strong's 7965: </a> </span><span class="str2">Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/3-17.htm">Proverbs 3:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/3-17.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 3:17 Her ways are ways of pleasantness (Prov. 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