Proverbs 14:27
King James Version
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Proverbs 14:27 in context
25A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
26In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
27The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
28In the multitude of people is the king’s honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
29He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
About this book
The Book of Proverbs — summary, themes & key verses
Wisdom for daily life — short, practical sayings on how to live well in the fear of God.
