Proverbs 20:7 nasb — A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him.

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"A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him."

— Proverbs 20:7, NASB

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KJV
“The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.”
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ASV
“A righteous man that walketh in his integrity, Blessed are his children after him. ”
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WEB
“A righteous man walks in integrity. Blessed are his children after him.”
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NET
“The righteous person behaves in integrity; blessed are his children after him.”
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Proverbs 20 — Context

The sluggard does not plow after the autumn, So he begs during the harvest and has nothing.

A plan in the heart of a man is like deep water, But a man of understanding draws it out.

Many a man proclaims his own loyalty, But who can find a trustworthy man?

A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him.

A king who sits on the throne of justice Disperses all evil with his eyes.

Who can say, "I have cleansed my heart, I am pure from my sin"?

Differing weights and differing measures, Both of them are abominable to the LORD.

Proverbs 20:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 20:7 say?

Proverbs 20:7 in the NASB reads: “A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him.”

Where is Proverbs 20:7 in the Bible?

Proverbs 20:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 20, verse 7.

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 20:7.

What translation should I read Proverbs 20:7 in?

Proverbs 20:7 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 20:7?

Proverbs 20:7 reads (NASB): “A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him.” 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.

Proverbs 20:7 nasb — A righteous man who walks in his integrity-- How blessed are his sons after him.

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