Proverbs 2:6-7 - Compare All Versions

Proverbs 2:6-7 NIV (New International Version)

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He holds success in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless

Proverbs 2:6-7 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; he stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity

Proverbs 2:6-7 NLT (New Living Translation)

For the LORD grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.

Proverbs 2:6-7 CSB (Christian Standard Bible)

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.  He stores up success  for the upright; He is a shield for those who live with integrity

Proverbs 2:6-7 KJV (King James Version)

For the LORD giveth wisdom: Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: He is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.

Proverbs 2:6-7 NKJV (New King James Version)

For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding; He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk uprightly

Proverbs 2:6-8 MSG (The Message)

And here’s why: GOD gives out Wisdom free, is plainspoken in Knowledge and Understanding. He’s a rich mine of Common Sense for those who live well, a personal bodyguard to the candid and sincere. He keeps his eye on all who live honestly, and pays special attention to his loyally committed ones.

Proverbs 2:6-7 NASB2020 (New American Standard Bible - NASB)

For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding. He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity

Proverbs 2:6-7 AMP (Amplified Bible)

For the LORD gives [skillful and godly] wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding. He stores away sound wisdom for the righteous [those who are in right standing with Him]; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity [those of honorable character and moral courage]

Proverbs 2:6-7 NET (New English Translation)

For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. He stores up effective counsel for the upright, and is like a shield for those who live with integrity