Proverbs 30:5 akjv — Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in him.

American King James Version

" Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in him. "

— Proverbs 30:5, American King James Version

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“Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.”
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“"Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him.”
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Proverbs 30 — Context

Surely I am more brutish than any man, and have not the understanding of a man.

I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the holy.

Who has ascended up into heaven, or descended? who has gathered the wind in his fists? who has bound the waters in a garment? who has established all the ends of the earth? what is his name, and what is his son’s name, if you can tell?

Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in him.

Add you not to his words, lest he reprove you, and you be found a liar.

Two things have I required of you; deny me them not before I die:

Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:

Proverbs 30:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 30:5 say?

Proverbs 30:5 in the American King James Version reads: “ Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in him. ”

Where is Proverbs 30:5 in the Bible?

Proverbs 30:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 30, 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 30:5.

What translation should I read Proverbs 30:5 in?

Proverbs 30:5 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 30:5?

Proverbs 30:5 reads (AKJV): “ Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in 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 30:5 akjv — Every word of God is pure: he is a shield to them that put their trust in him.

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