Proverbs 10:30 asv — The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land.

American Standard Version

"The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land. "

— Proverbs 10:30, American Standard Version

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Proverbs 10 — Context

27

The fear of Jehovah prolongeth days; But the years of the wicked shall be shortened.

28

The hope of the righteousshall begladness; But the expectation of the wicked shall perish.

29

The way of Jehovah is a stronghold to the upright; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.

30

The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land.

31

The mouth of the righteous bringeth forth wisdom; But the perverse tongue shall be cut off.

32

The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable; But the mouth of the wickedspeaketh perverseness.

Proverbs 10:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 10:30 say?
Proverbs 10:30 in the American Standard Version reads: “The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land. ”
Where is Proverbs 10:30 in the Bible?
Proverbs 10:30 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 10, verse 30.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 10:30.
What translation should I read Proverbs 10:30 in?
Proverbs 10:30 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 10:30?
Proverbs 10:30 reads (ASV): “The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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