Proverbs 3:8 bbe — This will give strength to your flesh, and new life to your bones.

Bible in Basic English

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

— Proverbs 3:8, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 3:8 in Other Translations

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KJV
“It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.”
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Proverbs 3 — Context

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

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

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

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

Give honour to the Lord with your wealth, and with the first-fruits of all your increase:

So your store-houses will be full of grain, and your vessels overflowing with new wine.

My son, do not make your heart hard against the Lord's teaching; do not be made angry by his training:

Proverbs 3:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 3:8 say?

Proverbs 3:8 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “This will give strength to your flesh, and new life to your bones.”

Where is Proverbs 3:8 in the Bible?

Proverbs 3:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 3, 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 3:8.

What translation should I read Proverbs 3:8 in?

Proverbs 3:8 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 3:8?

Proverbs 3:8 reads (BBE): “This will give strength to your flesh, and new life to your bones.” 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 3:8 bbe — This will give strength to your flesh, and new life to your bones.

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