Proverbs 4:26 bbe — Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered.

Bible in Basic English

"Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered."

— Proverbs 4:26, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 4:26 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Make level the path of thy feet, And let all thy ways be established. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“Make the path of your feet level. Let all of your ways be established.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB

Proverbs 4 — Context

And keep watch over your heart with all care; so you will have life.

Put away from you an evil tongue, and let false lips be far from you.

Keep your eyes on what is in front of you, looking straight before you.

Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered.

Let there be no turning to the right or to the left, keep your feet from evil.

Proverbs 4:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 4:26 say?

Proverbs 4:26 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered.”

Where is Proverbs 4:26 in the Bible?

Proverbs 4:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 4, verse 26.

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 4:26.

What translation should I read Proverbs 4:26 in?

Proverbs 4:26 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 4:26?

Proverbs 4:26 reads (BBE): “Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered.” 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 4:26 bbe — Keep a watch on your behaviour; let all your ways be rightly ordered.

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Proverbs 4 — Context

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