26 In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.

Other Translations of Proverbs 14:26

New International Version

26 Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge.

English Standard Version

26 In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence, and his children will have a refuge.

The Message

26 The Fear-of-God builds up confidence, and makes a world safe for your children.

New King James Version

26 In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, And His children will have a place of refuge.

New Living Translation

26 Those who fear the Lord are secure; he will be a refuge for their children.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:26

Commentary on Proverbs 14:26-27

(Read Proverbs 14:26-27)

Those who fear the Lord so as to obey and serve him, have a strong ground of confidence, and will be preserved. Let us seek to this Fountain of life, that we may escape the snares of death.