Proverbs 28:18
Proverbs 28:18 in Multiple Translations
He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered; But he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
He whose ways are upright will be safe, but sudden will be the fall of him whose ways are twisted.
If you have integrity, you'll be kept safe, but if you live deviously, you'll fall.
He that walketh vprightly, shalbe saued: but he that is froward in his wayes, shall once fall.
Whoso is walking uprightly is saved, And the perverted of ways falleth at once.
Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.
He who walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
He that walketh uprightly, shall be saved: he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
Those who continually do what is right will be safe/protected, but those who are dishonest will suddenly be ruined.
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Proverbs 28:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הוֹלֵ֣ךְ
תָּ֭מִים
יִוָּשֵׁ֑עַ
וְ/נֶעְקַ֥שׁ
דְּ֝רָכַ֗יִם
יִפּ֥וֹל
בְּ/אֶחָֽת
הוֹלֵ֣ךְ
hâlak
H1980
to go
V-Qal
תָּ֭מִים
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
יִוָּשֵׁ֑עַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
וְ/נֶעְקַ֥שׁ
ʻâqash
H6140
to twist
Conj | V-Niphal-Inf-c
דְּ֝רָכַ֗יִם
derek
H1870
way
N-cd
יִפּ֥וֹל
nâphal
H5307
to fall
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בְּ/אֶחָֽת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Prep | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 28:18
הוֹלֵ֣ךְ
hâlak
H1980
"to go"
V-Qal
Means to walk or go, used in many different contexts in the Bible. It can describe physical movement, but also spiritual or emotional journeys. Appears in various forms, such as 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Definition: : walk/move 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to walk 1b2) to walk (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to traverse 1c2) to walk about 1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 473 OT verses. KJV: (all) along, apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant, depart, [phrase] be eased, enter, exercise (self), [phrase] follow, forth, forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on, out, up and down), [phrase] greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead, march, [idiom] more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away), be at the point, quite, run (along), [phrase] send, speedily, spread, still, surely, [phrase] tale-bearer, [phrase] travel(-ler), walk (abroad, on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax, (way-) faring man, [idiom] be weak, whirl. See also: Genesis 2:14; Judges 4:9; 1 Kings 13:12.
תָּ֭מִים
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
יִוָּשֵׁ֑עַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
וְ/נֶעְקַ֥שׁ
ʻâqash
H6140
"to twist"
Conj | V-Niphal-Inf-c
This Hebrew word means to twist or distort something, and can also refer to acting or speaking in a perverse way. It is used to describe someone who is being dishonest or unfair. The KJV translates it as make crooked or perverse.
Definition: 1) to be perverse, twist, pervert, make crooked, prove perverse, declare perverse 1a) (Niphal) to be crooked 1b) (Piel) to twist, distort, pervert, make crooked 1c) (Hiphil) to declare crooked 1d) (Qal) perverse
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: make crooked, (prove, that is) perverse(-rt). See also: Job 9:20; Proverbs 28:18; Proverbs 10:9.
דְּ֝רָכַ֗יִם
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cd
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
יִפּ֥וֹל
nâphal
H5307
"to fall"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to fall, and it's used in many ways, like falling down, failing, or being defeated. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah. God's people often fell away from Him, but He always offered a way back.
Definition: : fall/drop/fail 1) to fall, lie, be cast down, fail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fall 1a2) to fall (of violent death) 1a3) to fall prostrate, prostrate oneself before 1a4) to fall upon, attack, desert, fall away to, go away to, fall into the hand of 1a5) to fall short, fail, fall out, turn out, result 1a6) to settle, waste away, be offered, be inferior to 1a7) to lie, lie prostrate 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to fall, fell, throw down, knock out, lay prostrate 1b2) to overthrow 1b3) to make the lot fall, assign by lot, apportion by lot 1b4) to let drop, cause to fail (fig.) 1b5) to cause to fall 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to throw or prostrate oneself, throw oneself upon 1c2) to lie prostrate, prostrate oneself 1d) (Pilel) to fall
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: be accepted, cast (down, self, (lots), out), cease, die, divide (by lot), (let) fail, (cause to, let, make, ready to) fall (away, down, -en, -ing), fell(-ing), fugitive, have (inheritance), inferior, be judged (by mistake for H6419 (פָּלַל)), lay (along), (cause to) lie down, light (down), be ([idiom] hast) lost, lying, overthrow, overwhelm, perish, present(-ed, -ing), (make to) rot, slay, smite out, [idiom] surely, throw down. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Samuel 17:52; Esther 9:3.
בְּ/אֶחָֽת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Prep | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
Study Notes — Proverbs 28:18
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 28:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 28:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 28:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 28:18
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 28:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
- Sermons on Proverbs 28:18
Context — The Boldness of the Righteous
16A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.
17A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.
18He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.
19The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty. 20A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 10:9 | He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out. |
| 2 | Proverbs 28:6 | Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse. |
| 3 | Revelation 3:3 | Remember, then, what you have received and heard. Keep it and repent. If you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know the hour when I will come upon you. |
| 4 | Proverbs 11:3–6 | The integrity of the upright guides them, but the perversity of the faithless destroys them. Riches are worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness brings deliverance from death. The righteousness of the blameless directs their path, but the wicked fall by their own wickedness. The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the faithless are trapped by their own desires. |
| 5 | Psalms 84:11 | For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity. |
| 6 | Numbers 22:32 | The angel of the LORD asked him, “Why have you beaten your donkey these three times? Behold, I have come out to oppose you, because your way is perverse before me. |
| 7 | Psalms 125:5 | But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel. |
| 8 | 1 Thessalonians 5:3 | While people are saying, “Peace and security,” destruction will come upon them suddenly, like labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape. |
| 9 | Proverbs 10:25 | When the whirlwind passes, the wicked are no more, but the righteous are secure forever. |
| 10 | Psalms 25:21 | May integrity and uprightness preserve me, because I wait for You. |
Proverbs 28:18 Summary
Proverbs 28:18 teaches us that living a life of integrity is important for our safety and well-being. When we walk with integrity, we can trust that God will keep us safe, just like it says in Psalm 37:37. On the other hand, if we are perverse in our ways, we can expect to face sudden and unexpected problems. This verse reminds us to always try to do what is right and honest, and to trust in God's care and protection, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to walk with integrity in Proverbs 28:18?
Walking with integrity means living a life of moral uprightness and honesty, as seen in Psalm 26:1-3, where David declares his integrity before God, and in Proverbs 10:9, which says that the man of integrity walks securely.
How can I apply the principle of integrity in my daily life?
Applying integrity in daily life involves being truthful, transparent, and trustworthy in all interactions, as encouraged in Colossians 3:9-10, where believers are called to put on the new self, and in Ephesians 4:25, which instructs us to speak the truth in love.
What is the consequence of being perverse in one's ways according to Proverbs 28:18?
According to Proverbs 28:18, being perverse in one's ways will result in a sudden fall, emphasizing the importance of living a life of integrity and righteousness, as also warned in Proverbs 21:16 and Psalm 36:3.
How does Proverbs 28:18 relate to God's protection and care for believers?
Proverbs 28:18 assures believers that walking with integrity will keep them safe, reflecting God's promise in Psalm 91:14-16 to protect and deliver those who know and love Him, and in Proverbs 2:7-8, where wisdom is said to be a shield to those who walk blamelessly.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I can demonstrate greater integrity, and how can I take steps to improve in those areas?
- How can I balance the desire for personal security with the need to trust in God's sovereignty, as expressed in Proverbs 28:18?
- What are some common pitfalls or temptations that can lead to perverse ways, and how can I guard against them in my own life?
- In what ways can I model integrity to those around me, such as family members, friends, or coworkers, and what impact could this have on their lives?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 28:18
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved, Or "be safe" (r) from those that seek his life, plot against him, shoot at him, as the wicked do at the upright in heart, but the Lord protects him; and it is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 28:18
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once. He that is perverse in his ways (cf. note, Proverbs 28:6, 'in two ways') shall fall at once - so as not to rise again.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
Shall be saved, to wit, from destruction, because God hath undertaken and promised to protect him. In his ways, Heb. in two ways, of which phrase see above on . Shall fall at once; once for all, so as he shall not need a second thrust, , and so as he shall never rise more. Or, in one, to wit, of his ways. Though he hath various ways and arts to secure himself, yet none of them shall save him, but he shall perish in one or other of them, and shall be given up by God to the mistake of his way, that he shall choose that course which will be most pernicious to him.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
Proverbs 28:18 Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but [he that is] perverse [in his] ways shall fall at once.Ver. 18. Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved,] "Shall be saved"; a little word, but of large extent. It properly noteth the privative part of a man’ s happiness, deliverance from evil; but is put here, and everywhere almost, for the positive part too - fruition of good as well as freedom from evil: it comprehendeth (1.) Malorum ademptionem; ( 2.) Bonorum adeptionem. But he that is perverse in his ways.] Heb., In his two ways, shall fall in one of them. "Evil shall hunt the wicked man to destroy him"; and albeit he may shuffle for a season from side to side, as Balaam’ s ass did, to avoid the angel’ s sword, yet he shall not escape mischief. Let our political professors look to it that can tune their fiddle to the bass of the times, that call shift their sails to the sitting of every wind, that like the planet Mercury can be good in conjunction with good, and bad with bad.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
(18) He that is perverse in his ways.—Literally, two ways. (Comp. note on Proverbs 28:6.) At once—i.e., all of a sudden, without warning.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
Verse 18. Shall fall at once] Shall fall without resource, altogether.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 28:18
18. that is perverse in his ways] Or, walketh (understood from the first clause of the verse) perversely in two ways. “Heb. perverse of two ways.” R.V. marg. See Proverbs 28:6, note. at once] Some commentators render, not very happily, in one of them, i.e. of the two ways mentioned in the first clause of the verse.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 28:18
In his ways - Rather “in his double ways” (as in Proverbs 28:6).
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 28:18
18. Walketh uprightly — Or, as a perfect man. Shall be saved — From danger and evil shall be safe.
Sermons on Proverbs 28:18
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(Saved Through the Fire) 15 - the Escaped Remnant by Milton Green | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of personal growth and spiritual transformation. He shares his own experiences of being separated from friends and going throu |
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Introduction to Finance Seminar by George Verwer | The sermon transcript discusses the importance of meeting people where they are, including businessmen who may be busy. The speaker emphasizes the need for honesty and open communi |
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True Integrity by Frederick W. Robertson | Frederick W. Robertson emphasizes the importance of integrity, defining it as entireness, wholeness, and soundness of character. He highlights that integrity is tested in small mat |
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Thank Him; Dwell Acceptably by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of giving thanks to God and maintaining an upright heart, expressing a deep desire to dwell in God's presence. He acknowledges that while th |
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A High Sense of Honor by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes the importance of cultivating a high sense of honor among young people, asserting that character is built during youth and that small actions contribute sign |
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A Different Man in the Pulpit by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of integrity in the life of a pastor, arguing that a true servant of God should not change his character or demeanor when entering the pulpit. |
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Behold, There Is in This City a Man of God by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the profound impact of a godly life on the community, reflecting on the legacy of holiness that can transform neighborhoods, as exemplified by the life of Sam |