Proverbs 4:26

Proverbs 4:27 net — Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil.

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"Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil."

— Proverbs 4:27, NET Bible

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Proverbs 4:27 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil. ”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: Remove thy foot from evil. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“Don't turn to the right hand nor to the left. Remove your foot from evil.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“Decline not to the right hand, nor to the left: turn away thy foot from evil. For the Lord knoweth the ways that are on the right hand: but those are perverse which are on the left hand. But he will make thy courses straight, he will bring forward thy ways in peace. ”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“Let there be no turning to the right or to the left, keep your feet from evil.”
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KJVA
“Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil. ”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Proverbs 4 — Context

Remove perverse speech from your mouth; keep devious talk far from your lips.

Let your eyes look directly in front of you and let your gaze look straight before you.

Make the path for your feet level, so that all your ways may be established.

Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil.

Proverbs 4:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 4:27 say?

Proverbs 4:27 in the NET Bible reads: “Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil.”

Where is Proverbs 4:27 in the Bible?

Proverbs 4:27 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 4, verse 27.

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 4:27.

What translation should I read Proverbs 4:27 in?

Proverbs 4:27 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 4:27?

Proverbs 4:27 reads (NET): “Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil.” 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 4:27 net — Do not turn to the right or to the left; turn yourself away from evil.

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Proverbs 4:27 in Other Translations

Proverbs 4 — Context

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