Proverbs 8:29 bbe — When he put a limit to the sea, so that the waters might not go against his word: when he put in position the bases of…

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"When he put a limit to the sea, so that the waters might not go against his word: when he put in position the bases of the earth:"

— Proverbs 8:29, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 8 — Context

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When he had not made the earth or the fields or the dust of the world.

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When he made ready the heavens I was there: when he put an arch over the face of the deep:

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When he made strong the skies overhead: when the fountains of the deep were fixed:

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When he put a limit to the sea, so that the waters might not go against his word: when he put in position the bases of the earth:

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Then I was by his side, as a master workman: and I was his delight from day to day, playing before him at all times;

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Playing in his earth; and my delight was with the sons of men.

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Give ear to me then, my sons: for happy are those who keep my ways.

Proverbs 8:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 8:29 say?
Proverbs 8:29 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “When he put a limit to the sea, so that the waters might not go against his word: when he put in position the bases of the earth:”
Where is Proverbs 8:29 in the Bible?
Proverbs 8:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 8, verse 29.
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 8:29.
What translation should I read Proverbs 8:29 in?
Proverbs 8:29 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 8:29?
Proverbs 8:29 reads (BBE): “When he put a limit to the sea, so that the waters might not go against his word: when he put in position the bases of the earth:” 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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