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Proverbs 30:8 web — Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me;

World English Bible

"Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me;"

— Proverbs 30:8, World English Bible

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Proverbs 30 — Context

5

"Every word of God is flawless. He is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

6

Don't you add to his words, lest he reprove you, and you be found a liar.

7

"Two things I have asked of you; don't deny me before I die:

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Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me;

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lest I be full, deny you, and say, 'Who is Yahweh?' or lest I be poor, and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God.

10

"Don't slander a servant to his master, lest he curse you, and you be held guilty.

11

There is a generation that curses their father, and doesn't bless their mother.

Proverbs 30:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 30:8 say?
Proverbs 30:8 in the World English Bible reads: “Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me;”
Where is Proverbs 30:8 in the Bible?
Proverbs 30:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 30, 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 30:8.
What translation should I read Proverbs 30:8 in?
Proverbs 30:8 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 30:8?
Proverbs 30:8 reads (WEB): “Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me;” 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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