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He will instruct them in the ways they should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/25.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Who are those who fear the LORD? He will show them the path they should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/25.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? Him will he instruct in the way that he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/25.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the path chosen for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/25.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />What man <i>is</i> he that feareth the LORD? him shall he teach in the way <i>that</i> he shall choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Who <i>is</i> the man that fears the LORD? Him shall He teach in the way He chooses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Who is the person who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Who is the man who fears Yahweh? He will instruct him in the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD [with awe-inspired reverence and worships Him with submissive wonder]? He will teach him [through His word] in the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Who is this person who fears the LORD? He will show him the way he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will show him the way he should choose. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />What man is he that feareth Jehovah? Him shall he instruct in the way that he shall choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You will show the right path to all who worship you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />What man is he that feareth the LORD? him shall he instruct in the way that he shall choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Who, then, is this person that fears the LORD? He is the one whom the LORD will teach which path to choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Those who have reverence for the LORD will learn from him the path they should follow. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? God will teach him the path he should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the path chosen for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD shows his faithful followers the way they should live. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />What man is he who fears the LORD? He shall instruct him in the way that he shall choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />What man is he that feareth the LORD? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />What man is he who fears Yahweh? He shall instruct him in the way that he shall choose. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Who [is] this—the man fearing YHWH? He directs him in the way He chooses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Who is this -- the man fearing Jehovah? He directeth him in the way He doth choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Who this man fearing Jehovah? he will teach him in the way he shall choose.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Who is the man that feareth the Lord? He hath appointed him a law in the way he hath chosen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 24:12>Which is the man who fears the Lord? He has established a law for him, on the way that he has chosen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Who is the one who fears the LORD? God shows him the way he should choose. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Who are they that fear the LORD? He will teach them the way that they should choose.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />What man is he that fears the LORD? Him shall he teach in the way that he has chosen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/25.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Who is the man that is in awe of LORD JEHOVAH? He will teach him the way that he chooses.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/25.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />What man is he that feareth the LORD? Him will He instruct in the way that He should choose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/25.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Who is the man that fears the Lord? he shall instruct him in the way which he has chosen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/25-12.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/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=2602" 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/psalms/25.htm">To You I Lift Up My Soul</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">11</span>For the sake of Your name, O LORD, forgive my iniquity, for it is great. <span class="reftext">12</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4310.htm" title="4310: mî- (Interrog) -- An interrogative pronoun of persons, as mah is of things, who?; also whoever; often used in oblique construction with prefix or suffix.">Who</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: zeh (Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that."></a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: hā·’îš (Art:: N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">is the man</a> <a href="/hebrew/3373.htm" title="3373: yə·rê (Adj-msc) -- Fearing, reverent. From yare'; fearing; morally, reverent.">who fears</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD?</a> <a href="/hebrew/3384.htm" title="3384: yō·w·ren·nū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms:: 3mse) -- Or yara; a primitive root; properly, to flow as water; transitively, to lay or throw; figuratively, to point out, to teach.">He will instruct him</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: bə·ḏe·reḵ (Prep-b:: N-cs) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">in the path</a> <a href="/hebrew/977.htm" title="977: yiḇ·ḥār (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To choose. A primitive root; properly, to try, i.e. select.">chosen for him.</a> </span><span class="reftext">13</span>His soul will dwell in prosperity, and his descendants will inherit the land.…<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="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-26.htm">Proverbs 14:26</a></span><br />He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-23.htm">Proverbs 19:23</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-4.htm">Proverbs 22:4</a></span><br />The rewards of humility and the fear of the LORD are wealth and honor and life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Psalm 112:1</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commandments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Psalm 128:1</a></span><br />A song of ascents. Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/33-6.htm">Isaiah 33:6</a></span><br />He will be the sure foundation for your times, a storehouse of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the LORD is Zion’s treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-10.htm">Isaiah 50:10</a></span><br />Who among you fears the LORD and obeys the voice of His Servant? Who among you walks in darkness and has no light? Let him trust in the name of the LORD; let him lean on his God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/28-28.htm">Job 28:28</a></span><br />And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/12-13.htm">Ecclesiastes 12:13</a></span><br />When all has been heard, the conclusion of the matter is this: Fear God and keep His commandments, because this is the whole duty of man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/10-12.htm">Deuteronomy 10:12</a></span><br />And now, O Israel, what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God by walking in all His ways, to love Him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/12-14.htm">1 Samuel 12:14</a></span><br />If you fear the LORD and serve Him and obey His voice, and if you do not rebel against the command of the LORD, and if both you and the king who rules over you follow the LORD your God, then all will be well.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">What man is he that fears the LORD? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.</p><p class="hdg">What</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do <i>his commandments</i>: his praise endureth for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> the beginning of knowledge: <i>but</i> fools despise wisdom and instruction.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-5.htm">Proverbs 2:5</a></b></br> Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.</p><p class="hdg">him</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><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Psalm 37:23</a></b></br> The steps of a <i>good</i> man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/35-8.htm">Isaiah 35:8</a></b></br> And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it <i>shall be</i> for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err <i>therein</i>.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/16-4.htm">Choose</a> <a href="/psalms/16-5.htm">Chosen</a> <a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Directeth</a> <a href="/psalms/23-4.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/job/1-8.htm">Feareth</a> <a href="/psalms/15-4.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/job/30-15.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/psalms/5-4.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/25-9.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/25-8.htm">Teacher</a> <a href="/psalms/25-9.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/33-12.htm">Choose</a> <a href="/psalms/33-12.htm">Chosen</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-4.htm">Directeth</a> <a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Feareth</a> <a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/32-8.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/psalms/30-7.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/27-11.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/34-11.htm">Teacher</a> <a href="/psalms/26-3.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-1.htm">David's confidence in prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-7.htm">He prays for remission of sins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-16.htm">and for help in affliction</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/psalms/25.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/25.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Who is the man who fears the LORD?</b><br>The concept of fearing the LORD is central to biblical wisdom literature, particularly in Proverbs (<a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a>). This fear is not about terror but reverence and awe, recognizing God's holiness and authority. In the ancient Near Eastern context, fear of a deity often involved respect and obedience, aligning with the covenant relationship between God and Israel. The question posed here is rhetorical, emphasizing the rarity and value of such a person. This fear leads to wisdom and understanding (<a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a>), and it is foundational for a life aligned with God's will.<p><b>He will instruct him in the path chosen for him.</b><br>The promise of divine instruction is a recurring theme in the Psalms and reflects God's personal guidance for those who seek Him. The "path" signifies a way of life or moral direction, often associated with righteousness and obedience to God's commandments (<a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Psalm 119:105</a>). The phrase suggests a personal relationship where God actively guides the believer, reminiscent of the shepherd imagery in <a href="/psalms/23.htm">Psalm 23</a>. This guidance is not arbitrary but tailored to the individual's life, reflecting God's sovereignty and intimate knowledge of each person. The idea of a "chosen path" aligns with the biblical theme of God's providence and purpose for His people, as seen in <a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/25.htm">Psalm 25</a>, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his role in establishing Jerusalem as the central place of worship.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises. In this context, it highlights God's role as the divine instructor and guide.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">The Fear of the LORD</a></b><br>A recurring biblical theme representing reverence, awe, and respect towards God, which is foundational for wisdom and understanding.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_reverence.htm">The Importance of Reverence</a></b><br>Fearing the LORD is not about being afraid but about having a deep respect and awe for God, which positions us to receive His guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_guidance.htm">Divine Guidance</a></b><br>God promises to instruct those who fear Him, indicating that a relationship with God involves active listening and obedience to His direction.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/choice_and_responsibility.htm">Choice and Responsibility</a></b><br>While God provides instruction, the individual is responsible for choosing the path. This highlights the partnership between divine guidance and human responsibility.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_as_a_gift.htm">Wisdom as a Gift</a></b><br>Seeking God's wisdom is essential for making choices that align with His will, and it is available to those who earnestly seek it.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_god's_will.htm">Living in God's Will</a></b><br>Understanding and following God's instruction leads to a life that is aligned with His purposes, bringing peace and fulfillment.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 25</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_paranoia.htm">What does the Bible say about paranoia?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_91_contradict_job's_suffering.htm">In light of biblical accounts where the righteous do suffer (e.g., Job), does Psalm 91 contradict other Scriptures regarding God's protection?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_god's_guidance_inaccessible_to_skeptics.htm">Psalm 25:9 - Does the promise of guidance for the humble exclude or dismiss those who question or doubt, making God's guidance seem inaccessible to skeptics?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_57_align_with_2_sam_11.htm">How does Psalm 57's depiction of David's unwavering trust align with other biblical passages that portray his moral failures (e.g., 2 Samuel 11)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/25.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) <span class= "bld">What man</span> <span class= "bld">is he . . .?</span>--For the emphatic question compare <a href="/psalms/34-12.htm" title="What man is he that desires life, and loves many days, that he may see good?">Psalm 34:12</a>.<p><span class= "bld">The way that he shall choose</span>.--Rather, <span class= "ital">the way that he </span>should <span class= "ital">choose</span>--<span class= "ital">i.e., </span>the way of right choice. The LXX. and Vulg., however, refer it to God--"the way in which He took delight."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/25.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">What man is he that feareth the Lord?</span> Once more we have a series of reflections (vers. 12-15) - first, with respect to the God-fearing man. Every such man shall have favour shown him by God - <span class="cmt_word">him</span> <span class="cmt_word">shall he</span> (<span class="accented">i.e.</span> God) <span class="cmt_word">teach in the way that he shall choose</span>. This is, of course, the right way - the way of God's commandments (<a href="/psalms/119-30.htm">Psalm 119:30, 173</a>). God shall make his way plain to the God-fearing man. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/25-12.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">Who</span><br /><span class="heb">מִי־</span> <span class="translit">(mî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4310.htm">Strong's 4310: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is the man</span><br /><span class="heb">הָ֭אִישׁ</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’îš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who fears</span><br /><span class="heb">יְרֵ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(yə·rê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3373.htm">Strong's 3373: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fearing, reverent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD?</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">He will instruct him</span><br /><span class="heb">י֝וֹרֶ֗נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·ren·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3384.htm">Strong's 3384: </a> </span><span class="str2">To flow as water, to lay, throw, to point out, to teach</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the way</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḏe·reḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - common 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">he should choose.</span><br /><span class="heb">יִבְחָֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiḇ·ḥār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_977.htm">Strong's 977: </a> </span><span class="str2">To try, select</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/25-12.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 25:12 What man is he who fears Yahweh? 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