Proverbs 2:5

5 then you will understand the fear of the LORDand find the knowledge of God.

Proverbs 2:5 in Other Translations

KJV
5 Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
ESV
5 then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God.
NLT
5 Then you will understand what it means to fear the LORD, and you will gain knowledge of God.
MSG
5 Believe me, before you know it Fear-of-God will be yours; you'll have come upon the Knowledge of God.
CSB
5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God.

Proverbs 2:5 In-Context

3 indeed, if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding,
4 and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure,
5 then you will understand the fear of the LORDand find the knowledge of God.
6 For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
7 He holds success in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless,

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Deuteronomy 4:6; Proverbs 1:7
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