Proverbs 4:21 web — Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart.

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"Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart."

— Proverbs 4:21, World English Bible

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KJV
“Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.”
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ASV
“Let them not depart from thine eyes; Keep them in the midst of thy heart. ”
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NET
“Do not let them depart from your sight, guard them within your heart;”
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DRB
“Let them not depart from thy eyes, keep them in the midst of thy heart:”
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BBE
“Let them not go from your eyes; keep them deep in your heart.”
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KJVA
“Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.”
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Proverbs 4 — Context

But the path of the righteous is like the dawning light, that shines more and more until the perfect day.

The way of the wicked is like darkness. They don't know what they stumble over.

My son, attend to my words. Turn your ear to my sayings.

Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart.

For they are life to those who find them, and health to their whole body.

Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

Put away from yourself a perverse mouth. Put corrupt lips far from you.

Proverbs 4:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 4:21 say?

Proverbs 4:21 in the World English Bible reads: “Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart.”

Where is Proverbs 4:21 in the Bible?

Proverbs 4:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 4, verse 21.

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 4:21.

What translation should I read Proverbs 4:21 in?

Proverbs 4:21 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 4:21?

Proverbs 4:21 reads (WEB): “Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart.” 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 4:21 web — Let them not depart from your eyes. Keep them in the midst of your heart.

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