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Top 25 Bible Verses from Proverbs

By October 1, 2020 October 2nd, 2020 4 Comments

If you want to learn more about the book of Proverbs, you can check out this post highlighting 10 Facts about the Book of Proverbs.

As a quick overview of the book, here are 25 of the top verses that will help us grow in wisdom:

Top 25 Bible Verses from the Book of Proverbs

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and discipline.

Proverbs 1:7

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.

Proverbs 3:5

Guard your heart above all else, for it is the source of life.

Proverbs 4:23

Go to the ant, you slacker! Observe its ways and become wise.

Proverbs 6:6

Don’t rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke the wise, and he will love you.

Proverbs 9:8

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Proverbs 9:10

When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is prudent.

Proverbs 10:19

A wise son responds to his father’s discipline, but a mocker doesn’t listen to rebuke.

Proverbs 13:1

The one who will not use the rod hates his son, but the one who loves him disciplines him diligently.

Proverbs 13:24

There is a way that seems right to a person, but its end is the way to death.

Proverbs 14:12

A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath.

Proverbs 15:1

Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure with turmoil.

Proverbs 15:16

Commit your activities to the Lord, and your plans will be established.

Proverbs 16:3

A person’s heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps.

Proverbs 16:9

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time.

Proverbs 17:17

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.

Proverbs 17:22

Before his downfall a person’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.

Proverbs 18:12

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

Proverbs 18:21

One with many friends may be harmed, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.

Proverbs 18:24

Start a youth out on his way; even when he grows old he will not depart from it.

Proverbs 22:6

Iron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another.

Proverbs 27:17

The one who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.

Proverbs 28:13

Every word of God is pure; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

Proverbs 30:5

Who can find a wife of noble character? She is far more precious than jewels.

Proverbs 31:10

Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord will be praised.

Proverbs 31:30
Chandler Vannoy

Chandler Vannoy

Chandler Vannoy serves as the brand manager for LifeWay Leadership and is the creator of Morning Word. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and holds his Masters of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. You can read more at chandlervannoy.com.

4 Comments

  • […] If you want a quick overview of the book of Proverbs, you can check out the Top 25 Bible Verses from the Book of Proverbs. […]

  • Fides Magisa says:

    Hello, I have been meaning to send an email. I truly enjoy receiving my daily Morning Word. This is a part of my daily devotional at 6AM. The Book of Proverbs is one of my favorite part of the Bible. It is very difficult to follow because of its strict guidelines but it truly helps builds “discipline.”

    I wish I can add this to our Youth Ministry website for our elders and young people to see.

    Thank you!

    • Chandler Vannoy says:

      Hey Fides, thanks for reaching out. So glad to hear that Morning Word is a part of your daily devotional. That’s awesome! As far as adding Morning Word to your Youth Ministry website, go for it! We’d love for you to spread the word.

  • Fides Magisa says:

    Thank you so much for allowing me to add your site. Will definitely do!