Proverbs 2:8 nasb — Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.

NASB

"Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones."

— Proverbs 2:8, NASB

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Proverbs 2 — Context

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Then you will discern the fear of the LORD And discover the knowledge of God.

6

For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

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He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk in integrity,

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Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.

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Then you will discern righteousness and justice And equity and every good course.

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For wisdom will enter your heart And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul;

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Discretion will guard you, Understanding will watch over you,

Proverbs 2:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 2:8 say?
Proverbs 2:8 in the NASB reads: “Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.”
Where is Proverbs 2:8 in the Bible?
Proverbs 2:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 2, verse 8.
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 2:8.
What translation should I read Proverbs 2:8 in?
Proverbs 2:8 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 2:8?
Proverbs 2:8 reads (NASB): “Guarding the paths of justice, And He preserves the way of His godly ones.” 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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