Proverbs 14:27
Proverbs 14:27 in Multiple Translations
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
The fear of Jehovah is a fountain of life, That one may depart from the snares of death.
The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, by which one may be turned from the nets of death.
Respecting the Lord is like a fountain of life, so you can avoid the snares of death.
The feare of the Lord is as a welspring of life, to auoyde the snares of death.
The fear of Jehovah [is] a fountain of life, To turn aside from snares of death.
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death.
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to decline from the ruin of death.
Having an awesome respect for Yahweh is like [MET] having a fountain that gives life; it will help you to escape when something dangerous is threatening to kill you [MET].
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 14:27
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Proverbs 14:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִרְאַ֣ת
יְ֭הוָה
מְק֣וֹר
חַיִּ֑ים
לָ֝/ס֗וּר
מִ/מֹּ֥קְשֵׁי
מָֽוֶת
יִרְאַ֣ת
yirʼâh
H3374
fear
N-fs
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מְק֣וֹר
mâqôwr
H4726
fountain
N-ms
חַיִּ֑ים
chay
H2416
alive
N-mp
לָ֝/ס֗וּר
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
מִ/מֹּ֥קְשֵׁי
môwqêsh
H4170
snare
Prep | N-mp
מָֽוֶת
mâveth
H4194
death
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 14:27
יִרְאַ֣ת
yirʼâh
H3374
"fear"
N-fs
This Hebrew word for fear can also mean reverence or respect, especially when it comes to God. It's used to describe a feeling of awe or terror, and is often translated as 'fear' or 'dreadful' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) fear, terror, fearing 1a) fear, terror 1b) awesome or terrifying thing (object causing fear) 1c) fear (of God), respect, reverence, piety 1d) revered
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] dreadful, [idiom] exceedingly, fear(-fulness). See also: Genesis 20:11; Proverbs 1:29; Psalms 2:11.
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
מְק֣וֹר
mâqôwr
H4726
"fountain"
N-ms
Maqor means a fountain or a source of water, like a spring or a well. It can also refer to the source of happiness, wisdom, or life. This term is used to describe a source of something valuable or life-giving.
Definition: 1) spring, fountain 1a) spring 1a1) of source of life, joy, purification (fig.) 1b) of the eye (fig.) 1c) source (of menstruous blood) 1d) flow (of blood after child birth)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: fountain, issue, spring, well(-spring). See also: Leviticus 12:7; Proverbs 16:22; Psalms 36:10.
חַיִּ֑ים
chay
H2416
"alive"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
לָ֝/ס֗וּר
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
מִ/מֹּ֥קְשֵׁי
môwqêsh
H4170
"snare"
Prep | N-mp
A snare or trap, this word is used to describe a device to catch animals. In the Bible, it is also used figuratively to describe being trapped by sin or temptation, as seen in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: bait, lure, snare
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: be ensnared, gin, (is) snare(-d), trap. See also: Exodus 10:7; Psalms 69:23; Psalms 18:6.
מָֽוֶת
mâveth
H4194
"death"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to death, whether natural or violent, and is used in books like Genesis and Isaiah. It can also mean the place of the dead, or a state of ruin. This concept is seen in the story of Moses, where death is a punishment for disobedience.
Definition: 1) death, dying, Death (personified), realm of the dead 1a) death 1b) death by violence (as a penalty) 1c) state of death, place of death Aramaic equivalent: mot (מוֹת "death" H4193)
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: (be) dead(-ly), death, die(-d). See also: Genesis 21:16; Job 38:17; Psalms 6:6.
Study Notes — Proverbs 14:27
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 14:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 14:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 14:27
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 14:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
- Sermons on Proverbs 14:27
Context — The Wise Woman
25A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.
26He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.
27The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.
28A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin. 29A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.Cross References
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| 1 | Revelation 21:6 | And He told me, “It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give freely from the spring of the water of life. |
| 2 | Proverbs 13:14 | The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death. |
| 3 | Proverbs 2:10–18 | For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul. Discretion will watch over you, and understanding will guard you, to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perversity, from those who leave the straight paths to walk in the ways of darkness, from those who enjoy doing evil and rejoice in the twistedness of evil, whose paths are crooked and whose ways are devious. It will rescue you from the forbidden woman, from the stranger with seductive words who abandons the partner of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God. For her house sinks down to death, and her tracks to the departed spirits. |
| 4 | Isaiah 33:6 | 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. |
| 5 | Psalms 18:5 | The cords of Sheol entangled me; the snares of death confronted me. |
| 6 | Proverbs 22:5 | Thorns and snares lie on the path of the perverse; he who guards his soul stays far from them. |
| 7 | Ecclesiastes 7:26 | And I find more bitter than death the woman who is a snare, whose heart is a net, and whose hands are chains. The man who pleases God escapes her, but the sinner is ensnared. |
Proverbs 14:27 Summary
The verse Proverbs 14:27 says that respecting and revering God is like having a fountain of life inside us, keeping us safe from the dangers of sin and death. This fear of the LORD helps us to trust and obey God, which leads to a fulfilling and meaningful life, as seen in Psalm 37:3-4, where trusting in the LORD and doing good leads to delighting in Him and receiving the desires of our hearts. By fearing the LORD, we can avoid the traps and temptations that lead to spiritual death, and instead, experience the joy and peace that come from following God (Romans 8:6). As we cultivate a healthy fear of the LORD, we can trust Him to guide and protect us, and to give us life to the fullest (John 10:10).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 'fear of the LORD' mean in Proverbs 14:27?
The 'fear of the LORD' refers to a deep reverence and respect for God, recognizing His power and authority, as seen in Psalm 111:10, which says that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.
How can the fear of the LORD be a 'fountain of life'?
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life because it leads us to trust and obey God, resulting in spiritual life and vitality, as promised in Jeremiah 17:7-8, where those who trust in the LORD are like trees planted by water.
What are the 'snares of death' that the fear of the LORD turns us from?
The snares of death refer to the temptations and traps of sin that lead to spiritual death, as warned about in Proverbs 7:21-23, where the adulteress leads her victims to the chambers of death.
How can I cultivate a healthy fear of the LORD in my life?
You can cultivate a healthy fear of the LORD by reading and obeying God's Word, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 10:12-13, and by seeking to honor and please Him in all aspects of your life, as exhorted in Colossians 1:10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that the fear of the LORD has turned you from the snares of death in your own life?
- How can you prioritize cultivating a deeper reverence for God in your daily life?
- What are some lies or deceptions that the fear of the LORD protects you from, and how can you stay alert to these dangers?
- In what ways can you trust God to be your 'fountain of life' in times of uncertainty or hardship?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 14:27
The fear of the Lord [is] a fountain of life,.... Where the true fear of God is, there is a real principle of grace, which is "a well of living water, springing up unto everlasting life", John 4:14;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 14:27
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
To preserve men from deadly and destructive courses.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
Proverbs 14:27 The fear of the LORD [is] a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.Ver. 27. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life.] So said to be, both for the constant faithfulness, as never failing, and for the gracious effects - viz., blessings of all sorts. (1). Temporal; riches, honour, life. (2). Spiritual; such shall "grow up as the calves of the stall," fat and fair-liking. (3). Eternal; "O how great is thy goodness which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee"; "eye hath not seen," &c. It shall be always "well with them." And though many afflictions, &c., yet he that feareth God "shall come out of them all." To depart from the snares of death.] Satan, that mighty hunter, hath laid snares for us in all places. And the way of this world is like the vale of Siddim, slimy and slippery; full of slime pits and pitfails, snares and stumblingblocks, laid on purpose to maim us or mischief us.
He that fears God comes off without hurt by remembering that saying - which, as short as it is, yet our memories are shorter - Cave, Deus videt; - Take heed; God seeth thee. A godly man had these verses written before him on a table in his study: “ Ne pecces, Deus ipse videt, tuus Angelus astat: Accusat Satanas et lex, mens conscia culpae: Mors incerta furit: cruciat te luridus Orcus: Et manet aeternum tristi damnatio poena.”
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
(27) Fountain of life.—Comp. Proverbs 13:14 and John 4:14.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
Verse 27. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life] מקור חיים mekor chaiyim, the vein of lives. Another allusion to the great aorta which carries the blood from the heart to all the extremities of the body. Of this phrase, and the tree of lives, Solomon is particularly fond. See on Proverbs 4:23; Proverbs 10:12.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 14:27
27. Comp. Proverbs 13:14.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 14:27
See the marginal reference and Proverbs 10:11 note.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 14:27
27. To depart… from death — That is, to cause to depart. It is the source of life and the cause of escape from death. Comp. Proverbs 10:11; Proverbs 13:14; Revelation 21:6.
Sermons on Proverbs 14:27
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The Neglected Place Called Hell by David Legge | This sermon delves into the neglected truth of the reality of hell, emphasizing the importance of understanding its existence as a real place of torment. Through the story in Luke |
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sermonindex.net Trailer - the Lost Fear of God by Compilations | This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a reverent fear of God, highlighting how many have lost this sense of holiness and awe in the church. It discusses the fear of |
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Return to the Old Paths - the Fear of the Lord by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the necessity of returning to the old paths, particularly the fear of the Lord, as a foundation for wisdom and understanding. He argues against cultural re |
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7 Ways to Fear God and Live by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical need for the fear of God in our lives, asserting that it can transform individuals, families, and even nations. He outlines seven ways to fear |
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Victory Over Your Besetting Sin by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the destructive power of secret sin in the lives of Christians, which leads to cowardice and defeat. He illustrates this through the story of King David, |
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William Tiptaft by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot reflects on the remarkable life of William Tiptaft, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to self-denial, stewardship, and practical godliness. Tiptaft's dedication to |
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Letter 117 by James Bourne | James Bourne emphasizes the importance of godly fear as a fountain of life and light to guide one's steps, urging Mrs. H(arley) to seek after and prize it. He acknowledges his own |