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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/4.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/4.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />for they are life to those who find them and health to one&#8217s whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/4.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/4.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/4.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/4.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For they <i>are</i> life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/4.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For they <i>are</i> life to those who find them, And health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, And healing to all their body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/4.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them And health to all their body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, And health to all their whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them And healing to all his flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, And healing <i>and</i> health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and health to one’s whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and health to one&#8217s whole body. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/4.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For they are life unto those that find them, And health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Knowing these teachings will mean true life and good health for you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/4.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />because they are life to those who find them and they heal the whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/4.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They will give life and health to anyone who understands them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/4.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/4.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />for they are life to those who find them and healing to one's entire body. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to him who finds them, and health to all of his body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For they are life to those that find them, and health to all their flesh.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/4.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and health to their whole body. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For they [are] life to those finding them, "" And healing to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For life they are to those finding them, And to all their flesh healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For they are life to those finding them, and healing to all their flesh.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those that find them, and health to all flesh. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them and health to all that is flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/4.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, bringing health to one’s whole being. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For they are life to him who finds them, and health to all his flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/4.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because he who finds them has life, and all healing in his flesh.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/4.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For they are life unto those that find them, And health to all their flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/4.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For they are life to those that find them, and health to all <i>their</i> flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/4-22.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=717" 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/4.htm">A Father's Instruction</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>Do not lose sight of them; keep them within your heart. <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/1992.htm" title="1992: hêm (Pro-3mp) -- They. Or hemmah; masculine plural from halak; they.">they</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.">are life</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: lə·mō·ṣə·’ê·hem (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 3mp) -- To attain to, find. ">to those who find them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4832.htm" title="4832: mar·pê (N-ms) -- From rapha'; properly, curative, i.e. Literally a medicine, or a cure; figuratively deliverance, or placidity.">and health</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: ū·lə·ḵāl- (Conj-w, Prep-l:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">to the whole</a> <a href="/hebrew/1320.htm" title="1320: bə·śā·rōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Flesh. From basar; flesh; by extension, body, person; also The pudenda of a man.">body.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life.…<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/107-20.htm">Psalm 107:20</a></span><br />He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the Pit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-4.htm">Matthew 4:4</a></span><br />But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-63.htm">John 6:63</a></span><br />The Spirit gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a></span><br />For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-50.htm">Psalm 119:50</a></span><br />This is my comfort in affliction, that Your promise has given me life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-10.htm">Isaiah 55:10-11</a></span><br />For just as rain and snow fall from heaven and do not return without watering the earth, making it bud and sprout, and providing seed to sow and food to eat, / so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-3.htm">John 15:3</a></span><br />You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-23.htm">1 Peter 1:23</a></span><br />For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-93.htm">Psalm 119:93</a></span><br />I will never forget Your precepts, for by them You have revived me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-21.htm">James 1:21</a></span><br />Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/32-46.htm">Deuteronomy 32:46-47</a></span><br />he said to them, “Take to heart all the words I have solemnly declared to you this day, so that you may command your children to carefully follow all the words of this law. / For they are not idle words to you, because they are your life, and by them you will live long in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/17-17.htm">John 17:17</a></span><br />Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/10-17.htm">Romans 10:17</a></span><br />Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7-8</a></span><br />The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. / The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For they are life to those that find them, and health to all their flesh.</p><p class="hdg">life</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/4-4.htm">Proverbs 4:4,10</a></b></br> He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live… </p><p class="hdg">health</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Proverbs 3:8</a></b></br> It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Proverbs 12:18</a></b></br> There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise <i>is</i> health.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/33-6.htm">Jeremiah 33:6</a></b></br> Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Body</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-4.htm">Find</a> <a href="/psalms/119-162.htm">Finding</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Gets</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Healing</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Health</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-13.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-12.htm">Whole</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/5-11.htm">Body</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-33.htm">Find</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">Finding</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-35.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-11.htm">Flesh</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-8.htm">Gets</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-15.htm">Healing</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Health</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-23.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-9.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-14.htm">Whole</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 4</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/4-1.htm">persuades to wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/4-14.htm">and to show wickedness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/4-20.htm">He exhorts to sanctification</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the biblical context, wisdom is often personified and is seen as a divine attribute that leads to a fulfilling and righteous life. The phrase "life to those who find them" suggests that wisdom is not just beneficial but essential for true life. This echoes the sentiment found in <a href="/deuteronomy/30-19.htm">Deuteronomy 30:19-20</a>, where choosing life is equated with loving and obeying God. The pursuit of wisdom is a recurring theme in Proverbs, emphasizing that it is not merely intellectual but deeply spiritual and moral. The idea of "finding" wisdom implies an active search, akin to the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price in <a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44-46</a>, where the kingdom of heaven is worth everything one has.<p><b>and health to the whole body</b><br>This phrase underscores the holistic benefits of wisdom, extending beyond spiritual well-being to physical health. In ancient Hebrew culture, there was a strong connection between spiritual and physical health, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/38-3.htm">Psalm 38:3</a>, where sin is linked to physical ailments. The concept of health here can be understood as shalom, a Hebrew word meaning peace, completeness, and welfare. This aligns with the biblical view that obedience to God's commandments leads to blessings, including health, as seen in <a href="/exodus/15-26.htm">Exodus 15:26</a>. The holistic nature of wisdom reflects the integrated view of human beings in Scripture, where the spiritual, mental, and physical aspects are interconnected. This can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate source of life and healing, as demonstrated in His earthly ministry where He healed both the soul and the body.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>The author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom, Solomon is traditionally credited with writing this book as a collection of wise sayings and teachings.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_audience.htm">The Audience</a></b><br>Primarily directed towards Solomon's son and, by extension, to all who seek wisdom and understanding. The teachings are meant for those who desire to live a life aligned with God's will.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_path_of_wisdom.htm">The Path of Wisdom</a></b><br>The broader context of <a href="/bsb/proverbs/4.htm">Proverbs 4</a> emphasizes the importance of following the path of wisdom, which leads to life and health, contrasting with the path of the wicked.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_life-giving_power_of_wisdom.htm">The Life-Giving Power of Wisdom</a></b><br>Wisdom is not merely intellectual but is deeply spiritual and life-giving. It nourishes the soul and impacts every aspect of life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/health_to_the_whole_body.htm">Health to the Whole Body</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "health" (riph'ut) implies healing and restoration. Embracing wisdom can lead to holistic well-being, affecting both spiritual and physical health.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_pursuit_of_wisdom.htm">The Pursuit of Wisdom</a></b><br>Actively seeking and applying wisdom is crucial. It requires intentionality and dedication, much like searching for a hidden treasure.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_integration_of_faith_and_practice.htm">The Integration of Faith and Practice</a></b><br>True wisdom is demonstrated through action. It is not enough to know what is right; one must live it out in daily life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture_in_wisdom.htm">The Role of Scripture in Wisdom</a></b><br>The Bible is the ultimate source of wisdom. Regular study and meditation on God's Word are essential for gaining and applying wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 4</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_skeptical_theism_say_on_divine_hiddenness.htm">What does the Bible say about mental health?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_teachings_on_health.htm">What are the Bible's teachings on health?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_you_hear_god's_guidance.htm">What does the Bible say about health?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_hypochondria.htm">What does the Bible say about hypochondria?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(22) <span class= "bld">For they are life </span>. . .--Comp. <a href="/1_timothy/4-8.htm" title="For bodily exercise profits little: but godliness is profitable to all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.">1Timothy 4:8</a>, "Godliness is profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is, (the highest happiness that man can attain to now, peace of mind,) and of that which is to come," the assurance of a joyful resurrection.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They are life;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> they bring life (<span class="accented">khayyim</span>; the plural, as usual). <span class="cmt_word">Unto those that find them;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> to those who by effort get possession of and procure them; the verb <span class="accented">matsa</span>, to find, embodying the idea of activity. <span class="cmt_word">Health</span>; <span class="accented">mar'pe</span>, derived from the root <span class="accented">rapha</span>, "to heal" (like <span class="accented">riph'uth</span> of <a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm">Proverbs 3:8</a>, which see), and hence rather "the means of health" than "health," "healing," or, as margin, "medicine," "that which restores to health;" LXX., <span class="greek">ἴασις</span>; Vulgate, <span class="accented">sanitas.</span> The moral condition is regarded as enfeebled by sickness, from which it may be restored to health and soundness by the words of wisdom. The effect of these, however, is not only to restore to health, but to maintain in health. Their tendency is to promote "a sound mind in a sound body." <span class="cmt_word">To their flesh;</span> literally, <span class="accented">to his flesh</span>; the singular, <span class="accented">b'saro</span>, being used instead of the plural, which we should have expected, because what is said applies to each one of those who receive the precepts of wisdom. The all implies the completeness of the restoration; it is not confined to one part, but pervades the whole body. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/4-22.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">For</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they</span><br /><span class="heb">הֵ֭ם</span> <span class="translit">(hêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1992.htm">Strong's 1992: </a> </span><span class="str2">They</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are life</span><br /><span class="heb">חַיִּ֣ים</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">to those who find them,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמֹצְאֵיהֶ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·mō·ṣə·’ê·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and health</span><br /><span class="heb">מַרְפֵּֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(mar·pê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4832.htm">Strong's 4832: </a> </span><span class="str2">Curative, a medicine, a cure, deliverance, placidity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the whole</span><br /><span class="heb">וּֽלְכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·lə·ḵāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | 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">body.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּשָׂר֥וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·śā·rōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1320.htm">Strong's 1320: </a> </span><span class="str2">Flesh, body, person, the pudenda of a, man</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/4-22.htm">Proverbs 4:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/4-22.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 4:22 For they are life to those who (Prov. 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