Proverbs 22:21 nasb — To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?

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"To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?"

— Proverbs 22:21, NASB

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“That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?”
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Proverbs 22 — Context

For it will be pleasant if you keep them within you, That they may be ready on your lips.

So that your trust may be in the LORD, I have taught you today, even you.

Have I not written to you excellent things Of counsels and knowledge,

To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?

Do not rob the poor because he is poor, Or crush the afflicted at the gate;

For the LORD will plead their case And take the life of those who rob them.

Do not associate with a man given to anger; Or go with a hot-tempered man,

Proverbs 22:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:21 say?

Proverbs 22:21 in the NASB reads: “To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?”

Where is Proverbs 22:21 in the Bible?

Proverbs 22:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 21.

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 22:21.

What translation should I read Proverbs 22:21 in?

Proverbs 22:21 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 22:21?

Proverbs 22:21 reads (NASB): “To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?” 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 22:21 nasb — To make you know the certainty of the words of truth That you may correctly answer him who sent you?

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