Proverbs 3:5 bbe — Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support.

Bible in Basic English

"Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support."

— Proverbs 3:5, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 3 — Context

2

For they will give you increase of days, years of life, and peace.

3

Let not mercy and good faith go from you; let them be hanging round your neck, recorded on your heart;

4

So you will have grace and a good name in the eyes of God and men.

5

Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support.

6

In all your ways give ear to him, and he will make straight your footsteps.

7

Put no high value on your wisdom: let the fear of the Lord be before you, and keep yourself from evil:

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This will give strength to your flesh, and new life to your bones.

Proverbs 3:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 3:5 say?
Proverbs 3:5 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support.”
Where is Proverbs 3:5 in the Bible?
Proverbs 3:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 3, verse 5.
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 3:5.
What translation should I read Proverbs 3:5 in?
Proverbs 3:5 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 3:5?
Proverbs 3:5 reads (BBE): “Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support.” 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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