Proverbs 22:21
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“to show you true and reliable words, that you may soundly answer those who sent you?”
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“to show you true and reliable words, that you may soundly answer those who sent you?”
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?”
King James Version · Public Domain“To make thee know the certainty of the words of truth, That thou mayest carry back words of truth to them that send thee?”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“To cause thee to know the certainty of sayings of truth, To return sayings of truth to those sending thee.”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo Proverbs 22:21 — 6 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Proverbs 1:1These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel,
- Proverbs 1:3and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity.
- Luke 1:3Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
- John 20:31But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.
- 1 Peter 3:15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,
- 1 John 5:13I have written these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life.
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