Proverbs 3:5-6
New International Version (NIV)
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
New Living Translation (NLT)
5 Do not be anxious about anything
do not depend on your own understanding.
6 Seek his will in all you do,
and he will show you which path to take.
New King James Version (NKJV)
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
World English Bible (WEB)
5 Trust in Yahweh with all your heart,
and don’t lean on your own understanding.
6 In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.
What is the meaning of Proverbs 3:5-6?
This verse is saying that we should trust in God with all our hearts and not rely on our own understanding or wisdom. We should submit to God’s will in all our actions and He will guide us and make our paths straight. This means that if we trust in God and follow His guidance, He will help us make good decisions and lead us on the right path.
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