Proverbs 3:16 web — Length of days is in her right hand. In her left hand are riches and honor.

World English Bible

"Length of days is in her right hand. In her left hand are riches and honor."

— Proverbs 3:16, World English Bible

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KJV
“Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.”
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ASV
“Length of days is in her right hand; In her left hand are riches and honor. ”
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NET
“Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.”
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DRB
“Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left hand riches and glory.”
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BBE
“Long life is in her right hand, and in her left are wealth and honour.”
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KJVA
“Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.”
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Proverbs 3 — Context

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gets understanding.

For her good profit is better than getting silver, and her return is better than fine gold.

She is more precious than rubies. None of the things you can desire are to be compared to her.

Length of days is in her right hand. In her left hand are riches and honor.

Her ways are ways of pleasantness. All her paths are peace.

She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her. Happy is everyone who retains her.

By wisdom Yahweh founded the earth. By understanding, he established the heavens.

Proverbs 3:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 3:16 say?

Proverbs 3:16 in the World English Bible reads: “Length of days is in her right hand. In her left hand are riches and honor.”

Where is Proverbs 3:16 in the Bible?

Proverbs 3:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 3, verse 16.

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 3:16.

What translation should I read Proverbs 3:16 in?

Proverbs 3:16 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 3:16?

Proverbs 3:16 reads (WEB): “Length of days is in her right hand. In her left hand are riches and honor.” 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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