Proverbs 4:23 web — Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

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

— Proverbs 4:23, World English Bible

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Proverbs 4:23 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”
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ASV
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; For out of it are the issues of life. ”
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NET
“Guard your heart with all vigilance, for from it are the sources of life.”
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DRB
“With all watchfulness keep thy heart, because life issueth out from it.”
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BBE
“And keep watch over your heart with all care; so you will have life.”
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KJVA
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”
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Proverbs 4 — Context

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.

Let your eyes look straight ahead. Fix your gaze directly before you.

Make the path of your feet level. Let all of your ways be established.

Proverbs 4:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 4:23 say?

Proverbs 4:23 in the World English Bible reads: “Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.”

Where is Proverbs 4:23 in the Bible?

Proverbs 4:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 4, verse 23.

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 4:23.

What translation should I read Proverbs 4:23 in?

Proverbs 4:23 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 4:23?

Proverbs 4:23 reads (WEB): “Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.” 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 4:23 web — Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

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