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it offers escape from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/14.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/14.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> a fountain of life, To turn <i>one</i> away from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, <i>By which</i> one may avoid the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, That one may avoid the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, That one may avoid the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The fear of Yahweh is a fountain of life, To turn aside from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The [reverent] fear of the LORD [that leads to obedience and worship] is a fountain of life, So that one may avoid the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning people away from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning people away from the snares of death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of Jehovah is a fountain of life, That one may depart from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and a life-giving fountain that keeps you safe from deadly traps. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life to turn [one] away from the grasp of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Do you want to avoid death? Reverence for the LORD is a fountain of life. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, enabling anyone to escape the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is like a life-giving fountain, to turn people from deadly snares. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/14.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The fear of Yahweh is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of YHWH [is] a fountain of life, "" To turn aside from snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The fear of Jehovah is a fountain of life, To turn aside from snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The fear of Jehovah a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to decline from the ruin of death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, so as to turn aside from the ruin of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, so that one may avoid the snares of death.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Reverence for the LORD is a fountain of life to those who turn away from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The awe of LORD JEHOVAH is a fountain of life to those that turn from the snares of death.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The commandment of the Lord is a fountain of life; and it causes <i>men</i> to turn aside from the snare of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/14-27.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=2735" 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/14.htm">The Wise Woman</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge. <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3374.htm" title="3374: yir·’aṯ (N-fsc) -- A fear. Feminine of yare'; fear; morally, reverence.">The fear</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.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/4726.htm" title="4726: mə·qō·wr (N-msc) -- A spring, fountain. ">is a fountain</a> <a href="/hebrew/2416.htm" title="2416: ḥay·yîm (N-mp) -- Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life. From chayah; alive; hence, raw; fresh, strong; also life, whether literally or figuratively.">of life,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5493.htm" title="5493: lā·sūr (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To turn aside. Or suwr; a primitive root; to turn off.">turning a man</a> <a href="/hebrew/4170.htm" title="4170: mim·mō·qə·šê (Prep-m:: N-mpc) -- A bait or lure, a snare. Or moqesh; from yaqosh; a noose: by implication, a hook.">from the snares</a> <a href="/hebrew/4194.htm" title="4194: mā·weṯ (N-ms) -- Death. From muwth; death; concretely, the dead, their place or state; figuratively, pestilence, ruin.">of death.</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin.…<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/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="/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="/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="/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="/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="/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/25-12.htm">Psalm 25:12-14</a></span><br />Who is the man who fears the LORD? He will instruct him in the path chosen for him. / His soul will dwell in prosperity, and his descendants will inherit the land. / The LORD confides in those who fear Him, and reveals His covenant to them.<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="/luke/1-50.htm">Luke 1:50</a></span><br />His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/9-31.htm">Acts 9:31</a></span><br />Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/7-1.htm">2 Corinthians 7:1</a></span><br />Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-12.htm">Philippians 2:12</a></span><br />Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling.</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 the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.</p><p class="hdg">a fountain</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Proverbs 13:14</a></b></br> The law of the wise <i>is</i> a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a></b></br> All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/21-6.htm">Revelation 21:6</a></b></br> And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.</p><p class="hdg">to</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">Proverbs 2:10-18</a></b></br> When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/22-5.htm">Proverbs 22:5</a></b></br> Thorns <i>and</i> snares <i>are</i> in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-5.htm">Psalm 18:5</a></b></br> The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Avoid</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Depart</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-26.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Fountain</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Nets</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Snares</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-14.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Turning</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/15-24.htm">Avoid</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-32.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-24.htm">Depart</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-16.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-22.htm">Fountain</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-30.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-5.htm">Nets</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-5.htm">Snares</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-24.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Turning</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 14</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/14-1.htm">A wise woman builds her house</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/14.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/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The fear of the LORD</b><br>The concept of "the fear of the LORD" is foundational in biblical wisdom literature. It signifies a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God, acknowledging His power, authority, and holiness. This fear is not about being afraid but about recognizing God's rightful place in one's life. In the context of ancient Israel, this fear was central to the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/10-12.htm">Deuteronomy 10:12-13</a>, where Israel is called to fear the LORD and walk in His ways. It is the beginning of wisdom (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>) and is often associated with obedience and trust in God.<p><b>is a fountain of life</b><br>A "fountain of life" suggests a source of sustenance, refreshment, and vitality. In the arid climate of the ancient Near East, water was a precious resource, and a fountain or spring was a symbol of life and prosperity. This imagery is used throughout Scripture to describe the life-giving and sustaining power of God (<a href="/psalms/36-9.htm">Psalm 36:9</a>). In <a href="/john/4-14.htm">John 4:14</a>, Jesus speaks of the living water He provides, which becomes a spring of water welling up to eternal life, drawing a parallel to the spiritual life and renewal found in Him.<p><b>turning a man from the snares of death</b><br>The "snares of death" refer to the traps and pitfalls that lead to spiritual and physical destruction. In biblical times, snares were used by hunters to catch animals, symbolizing the dangers and temptations that can entrap a person. The fear of the LORD provides wisdom and discernment to avoid these dangers. This phrase echoes the protective aspect of divine wisdom, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm">Proverbs 3:7-8</a>, where fearing the LORD and shunning evil brings health and nourishment. It also points to the ultimate deliverance from death through faith in God, as fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who conquered death and offers eternal life (<a href="/1_corinthians/15-54.htm">1 Corinthians 15:54-57</a>).<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 proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing His eternal nature and His relationship with His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_snares_of_death.htm">The Snares of Death</a></b><br>A metaphorical expression representing the various dangers and temptations that can lead to spiritual or physical destruction.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord_as_reverence.htm">The Fear of the LORD as Reverence</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "fear" (yirah) implies reverence and awe. It is not about being afraid of God but having a deep respect and acknowledgment of His power and authority.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/fountain_of_life.htm">Fountain of Life</a></b><br>The imagery of a fountain suggests a continuous and abundant source of life. When we live in reverence to God, we tap into His endless supply of wisdom, guidance, and sustenance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_the_snares_of_death.htm">Avoiding the Snares of Death</a></b><br>The "snares of death" symbolize the traps and pitfalls of sin and poor choices. The fear of the LORD provides discernment and protection, guiding us away from these dangers.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_wisdom_for_daily_living.htm">Practical Wisdom for Daily Living</a></b><br>Embracing the fear of the LORD influences our decisions, relationships, and priorities, leading to a life that reflects God's character and purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a></b><br>Understanding the fear of the LORD helps us to live with an eternal perspective, valuing what is truly important and aligning our lives with God's eternal kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 14</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_fear.htm">What is the Bible's perspective on fear?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_tithing_linked_to_fearing_god.htm">Deuteronomy 14:23 states that tithing teaches the fear of God. Why frame spiritual devotion in terms of fear, and is this consistent with broader biblical themes?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_fearing_god_mean.htm">What does fearing God mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_early_deaths_of_the_faithful.htm">Proverbs 16:31 declares that gray hair, or old age, is a crown of glory for the righteous--how do we reconcile this with the early deaths of many who lead faithful and moral lives?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(27) <span class= "bld">Fountain of life.--</span>Comp. <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm" title="The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.">Proverbs 13:14</a> and <a href="/john/4-14.htm" title="But whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.">John 4:14</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 27.</span> - A repetition of <a href="/proverbs/13-14.htm">Proverbs 13:14</a>, substituting <span class="cmt_word">the fear of the Lord</span> for "the law of the wise." The fear of the Lord can he called a fountain of life, because, showing itself in obedience, it nourishes the flowers and fruits of faith, produces graces and virtues, and prepares the soul for immortality. Septuagint, "The commandment of the Lord is a fountain of life, and makes one decline from the snare of death." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/14-27.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">יִרְאַ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(yir·’aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3374.htm">Strong's 3374: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fear, reverence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</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">is a fountain</span><br /><span class="heb">מְק֣וֹר</span> <span class="translit">(mə·qō·wr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4726.htm">Strong's 4726: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something dug, a, source, of happiness, wisdom, progeny)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of life,</span><br /><span class="heb">חַיִּ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(ḥay·yîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2416.htm">Strong's 2416: </a> </span><span class="str2">Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life</span><br /><br /><span class="word">turning [a man]</span><br /><span class="heb">לָ֝ס֗וּר</span> <span class="translit">(lā·sūr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5493.htm">Strong's 5493: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn aside</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the snares</span><br /><span class="heb">מִמֹּ֥קְשֵׁי</span> <span class="translit">(mim·mō·qə·šê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct<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">of death.</span><br /><span class="heb">מָֽוֶת׃</span> <span class="translit">(mā·weṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4194.htm">Strong's 4194: </a> </span><span class="str2">Death, the dead, their place, state, pestilence, ruin</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/14-27.htm">Proverbs 14:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/14-27.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:27 The fear of Yahweh is a fountain (Prov. 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