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<i>yea</i>, every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice, Equity <i>and</i> every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then you will discern righteousness, justice, And integrity, <i>and</i> every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity and every good course.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity <i>and</i> every good course.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice And equity—every good track.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice [in every circumstance] And integrity and every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness, justice, and integrity—every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness, justice, and integrity—every good path. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand righteousness and justice, And equity, yea, every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />With wisdom you will learn what is right and honest and fair. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand righteousness and judgment, and equity, yea, every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Then you will understand what is right and just and fair- every good course [in life].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/2.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />If you listen to me, you will know what is right, just, and fair. You will know what you should do. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then you will understand what is right, just, and upright—every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity?every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity--every good way. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice, equity and every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; and every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice, equity and every good path. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Then you understand righteousness, "" And judgment, and uprightness—every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Then understandest thou righteousness, And judgment, and uprightness -- every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Then thou shalt understand justice and judgment and uprightness; every good track.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand justice, and judgment, and equity, and every good path. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Then you shall understand justice and judgment, and equity, and every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand what is right and just, what is fair, every good path; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity, every good path;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice and the uprightness of all good ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Then you will understand righteousness and justice and uprightness of all excellent ways<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand righteousness and justice, And equity, yea, every good path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgement; and shalt direct all thy course aright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/2-9.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=267" 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/2.htm">The Benefits of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/227.htm" title="227: ’āz (Adv) -- At that time. A demonstrative adverb; at that time or place; also as a conjunction, therefore.">Then</a> <a href="/hebrew/995.htm" title="995: tā·ḇîn (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To discern. A primitive root; to separate mentally, i.e.(generally) understand.">you will discern</a> <a href="/hebrew/6664.htm" title="6664: ṣe·ḏeq (N-ms) -- Rightness, righteousness. From tsadaq; the right; also equity or prosperity.">righteousness</a> <a href="/hebrew/4941.htm" title="4941: ū·miš·pāṭ (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Judgment. ">and justice</a> <a href="/hebrew/4339.htm" title="4339: ū·mê·šā·rîm (Conj-w:: N-mp) -- Evenness, uprightness, equity. From yashar; evenness, i.e. prosperity or concord; also straightness, i.e. rectitude.">and equity—</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">every</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (N-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">good</a> <a href="/hebrew/4570.htm" title="4570: ma‘·gal- (N-msc) -- An entrenchment, track. Or feminine mapgalah; from the same as agol; a track; also a rampart.">path.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.…<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/119-104.htm">Psalm 119:104-105</a></span><br />I gain understanding from Your precepts; therefore I hate every false way. / Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/1-17.htm">Isaiah 1:17</a></span><br />Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-13.htm">James 3:13-18</a></span><br />Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. / But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Psalm 25:8-9</a></span><br />Good and upright is the LORD; therefore He shows sinners the way. / He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Hebrews 5:14</a></span><br />But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained their senses to distinguish good from evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a></span><br />He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a></span><br />Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-30.htm">Psalm 37:30</a></span><br />The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-14.htm">1 Corinthians 2:14-16</a></span><br />The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. / The spiritual man judges all things, but he himself is not subject to anyone’s judgment. / “For who has known the mind of the Lord, so as to instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/5-20.htm">Isaiah 5:20</a></span><br />Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who turn darkness to light and light to darkness, who replace bitter with sweet and sweet with bitter.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-9.htm">Philippians 1:9-11</a></span><br />And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, / so that you may be able to test and prove what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, / filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-130.htm">Psalm 119:130</a></span><br />The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-27.htm">1 John 2:27</a></span><br />And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/9-24.htm">Jeremiah 9:24</a></span><br />But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-8.htm">Ephesians 5:8-10</a></span><br />For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light, / for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness, and truth. / Test and prove what pleases the Lord.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then shall you understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yes, every good path.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-2.htm">Proverbs 1:2-6</a></b></br> To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Psalm 25:8,9</a></b></br> Good and upright <i>is</i> the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-8.htm">Psalm 32:8</a></b></br> I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/41-1.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Course</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-5.htm">Discern</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Equity</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-9.htm">Fair</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-3.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Judgment</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Justice</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-15.htm">Path</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Right</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-5.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-5.htm">Understandest</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-7.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/13-7.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-15.htm">Course</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-7.htm">Discern</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-26.htm">Equity</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-15.htm">Fair</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-20.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-21.htm">Judgment</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-15.htm">Justice</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-14.htm">Path</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-16.htm">Right</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-13.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-5.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/jeremiah/5-15.htm">Understandest</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-20.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-13.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-12.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-1.htm">wisdom promises godliness to her children</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">and safety from evil company</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-20.htm">and direction in good ways</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/2.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/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Then you will discern</b><br>This phrase suggests a process of gaining understanding or insight. In the biblical context, discernment is often associated with wisdom, which is a central theme in Proverbs. The ability to discern is a gift from God, as seen in Solomon's request for wisdom in <a href="/1_kings/3-9.htm">1 Kings 3:9</a>. Discernment involves distinguishing between right and wrong, truth and falsehood, and is essential for living a life that pleases God.<p><b>righteousness</b><br>Righteousness in the Bible refers to living in a way that is morally right and just according to God's standards. It is a key attribute of God's character and is expected of His followers. In the Old Testament, righteousness is often linked with the law and covenant faithfulness. In the New Testament, it is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is our righteousness (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">1 Corinthians 1:30</a>). The pursuit of righteousness is a recurring theme in Proverbs, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's life with God's will.<p><b>and justice</b><br>Justice is a fundamental principle in the Bible, reflecting God's nature as a just judge. It involves fairness, equity, and the protection of the vulnerable. The Hebrew word for justice, "mishpat," appears frequently in the Old Testament, underscoring its importance in Israelite society. Justice is closely related to righteousness, as both involve living according to God's standards. The prophets often called Israel back to justice, highlighting its significance in maintaining a covenant relationship with God (<a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a>).<p><b>and equity</b><br>Equity refers to fairness and impartiality, ensuring that all people are treated justly. In the biblical context, equity is about maintaining balance and fairness in human relationships and society. It is a reflection of God's character, who shows no partiality (<a href="/acts/10-34.htm">Acts 10:34</a>). Proverbs frequently emphasizes the importance of equity, particularly in leadership and decision-making, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Proverbs 1:3</a>. Equity is essential for maintaining social harmony and justice.<p><b>every good path</b><br>The concept of a "path" in Proverbs often symbolizes one's way of life or moral direction. A "good path" implies a life that aligns with God's wisdom and leads to blessing and fulfillment. The imagery of a path is common in biblical literature, representing the journey of faith and obedience. Jesus Christ is described as "the way" in <a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>, indicating that following Him leads to the ultimate good path. The pursuit of wisdom, as outlined in Proverbs, guides believers in choosing paths that honor God and lead to life.<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. He wrote Proverbs to impart wisdom and understanding.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom Solomon originally addressed his writings, providing guidance for living a life pleasing to God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>Personified throughout Proverbs, wisdom is depicted as a guiding force that leads to understanding and righteous living.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_pursuit_of_wisdom.htm">The Pursuit of Wisdom</a></b><br><a href="/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9</a> highlights the result of earnestly seeking wisdom. As believers, we are called to pursue wisdom through prayer, study, and reflection on God's Word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_as_a_gift.htm">Discernment as a Gift</a></b><br>The ability to discern righteousness, justice, and equity is a gift from God. It requires a heart aligned with His will and a mind transformed by His truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_righteously.htm">Living Righteously</a></b><br>Understanding "every good path" involves applying God's principles in daily life. This means making choices that reflect His righteousness and justice.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/equity_in_relationships.htm">Equity in Relationships</a></b><br>Equity involves fairness and impartiality. As Christians, we are called to treat others with fairness, reflecting God's just nature in our interactions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guidance_in_decision-making.htm">Guidance in Decision-Making</a></b><br><a href="/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9</a> assures us that God provides guidance in our decisions. By seeking His wisdom, we can navigate life's complexities with confidence.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_suicide.htm">What defines true righteousness according to the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_finds_joy_in_humility_and_virtue.htm">Who finds true happiness in humility and righteousness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_the_unethical_often_succeed.htm">Proverbs 2 depicts a direct correlation between virtue and success—why do corrupt or unethical individuals often thrive in reality? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_eccl._9_2_align_with_divine_justice.htm">In Ecclesiastes 9:2, how can both righteous and wicked sharing the same fate align with other passages promising divine justice?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Then</span> (<span class="hebrew">אָז</span>, <span class="accented">az</span>), repeated from ver. 5, introduces the second apodosis. As the former referred to God, so this appears to refer more especially to man, and thus we have stated the whole benefit, in its twofold aspect, which Wisdom confers on those who diligently seek her. It is not to be affirmed, however, that righteousness and judgment and equity refer exclusively to man; they must represent some aspects of our relationship to God, both from the meaning of the words themselves, and because the law which regulates our dealings and intercourse with man has its seat in the higher law of our relation to God. <span class="cmt_word">Righteousness, and judgment, and equity.</span> These three words occur in the same collocation in <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Proverbs 1:3</a>, which see. <span class="cmt_word">Yea, every good path.</span> "Yea" does not occur in the original. The expression is a summarizing of the three previous conceptions, as if the teacher implied that all good paths are embraced by and included in "righteousness, and judgment, and equity;" but the term is also comprehensive in the widest degree. The literal translation is "every path of good" (<span class="hebrew">כְּל־מַעְגֻּל־טוב</span>, <span class="accented">cal-ma'gal-tov</span>)<span class="accented">, i.e.</span> every course of action of which goodness is the characteristic, or, as the Authorized Version, "every good path," the sense in which it was understood by St. Jerome, <span class="accented">omnem orbitam bonam.</span> The word here used for "path" is <span class="hebrew">מַעְגַּל</span> (<span class="accented">ma'gal</span>), "the way in which the chariot rolls" (Delitzsch), and metaphorically a course of action, as in <a href="/proverbs/2-15.htm">Proverbs 2:15</a>; <a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Proverbs 4:26</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/2-9.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">Then</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֗ז</span> <span class="translit">(’āz)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_227.htm">Strong's 227: </a> </span><span class="str2">At that time, place, therefore</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you will discern</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּ֭בִין</span> <span class="translit">(tā·ḇîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_995.htm">Strong's 995: </a> </span><span class="str2">To separate mentally, understand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">righteousness</span><br /><span class="heb">צֶ֣דֶק</span> <span class="translit">(ṣe·ḏeq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6664.htm">Strong's 6664: </a> </span><span class="str2">The right, equity, prosperity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and justice</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִשְׁפָּ֑ט</span> <span class="translit">(ū·miš·pāṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4941.htm">Strong's 4941: </a> </span><span class="str2">A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and equity—</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֝מֵישָׁרִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mê·šā·rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4339.htm">Strong's 4339: </a> </span><span class="str2">Evenness, prosperity, concord, straightness, rectitude</span><br /><br /><span class="word">every</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">good</span><br /><span class="heb">טֽוֹב׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">path.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַעְגַּל־</span> <span class="translit">(ma‘·gal-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4570.htm">Strong's 4570: </a> </span><span class="str2">An entrenchment, track</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/2-9.htm">Proverbs 2:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/2-9.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 2:9 Then you will understand righteousness and justice (Prov. 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