Proverbs 3:6

Proverbs 3:6 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
• New International Version (NIV)in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
• English Standard Version (ESV)In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
• New King James Version (NKJV)In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.

Context of Proverbs 3:6

4Then you will find favor and good understanding, in the sight of God and people. 5Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight. 7Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the Lord and turn away from evil. 8This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your inner self.

Proverbs 3:6 word by word

בְּכָל־דְּרָכֶ֥יךָ דָעֵ֑הוּ וְ֝ה֗וּא יְיַשֵּׁ֥ר אֹֽרְחֹתֶֽיךָ׃Read the interlinear

Words taken from the KJV.

• In all thy waysדֶּ֫רֶךְderek · way: conductH1870
• acknowledgeיָדַעyâda‛ · to knowH3045
• him, and he shall directיָשַׁרyâshar · to smoothH3474
• thy pathsאֹ֫רַח'ôrach · wayH734

Cross-references for Proverbs 3:6

• Proverbs 16:3Commit your works to the Lord, and your plans will be established.
• Proverbs 23:17Do not let your heart envy sinners, but rather be zealous in fearing the Lord all the time.
• 1 Samuel 4:11The ark of God was taken, and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phineas, were killed.
• 1 Samuel 30:8David inquired of the Lord, saying, “Should I pursue this raiding band? Will I overtake them?” He said to him, “Pursue, for you will certainly overtake them and carry out a rescue!”
• 1 Chronicles 28:9“And you, Solomon my son, obey the God of your father and serve him with a submissive attitude and a willing spirit, for the Lord examines all minds and understands every motive of one’s thoughts. If you seek him, he will let you find him, but if you abandon him, he will reject you permanently.
• Ezra 7:27Blessed be the Lord God of our fathers, who so moved in the heart of the king to so honor the temple of the Lord which is in Jerusalem!
• Ezra 8:22I was embarrassed to request soldiers and horsemen from the king to protect us from the enemy along the way, because we had said to the king, “The good hand of our God is on everyone who is seeking him, but his great anger is against everyone who forsakes him.”
• Nehemiah 1:11Please, O Lord, listen attentively to the prayer of your servant and to the prayer of your servants who take pleasure in showing respect to your name. Grant your servant success today and show compassion to me in the presence of this man.” Now I was cupbearer for the king.
• Nehemiah 2:4The king responded, “What is it you are seeking?” Then I quickly prayed to the God of heaven
• 1 Corinthians 10:31So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.
• 2 Corinthians 8:16But thanks be to God who put in the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you,
• Philippians 4:6Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God.
• Colossians 3:17And whatever you do in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
• Proverbs 16:9A person plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps.
• Psalms 25:8The Lord is both kind and fair; that is why he teaches sinners the right way to live.
• Psalms 32:8I will instruct and teach you about how you should live. I will advise you as I look you in the eye.

Commentaries on Proverbs 3:6

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 6In all thy ways acknowledge him - Begin, continue, and end every work, purpose, and device, with God. Earnestly pray for his direction at the commencement; look for his continual support in the progress; and so begin and continue that all may terminate in his glory: and then it will certainly be to thy good; for we never honor God, without serving ourselves. This passage is well rendered in my old MS. Bible: Have trost in the Lord of all thin herte and ne…Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 6Not in acts of solemn worship or great crises only, but “in all thy ways;” and then God will make the “path” straight and even.Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 5-6On the journey to wisdom, God guides us through the wisdom in his word.Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 66. ways--(Psa 1:1). acknowledge--by seeking His wise aid (Pr 16:3; Psa 37:5; Jr 9:23, 24). direct--literally, "make plain" (compare He 12:13).Read the comment

Topics related to Proverbs 3:6

• Children
• Faith
• Prayer
• Righteous
• Wisdom
• Young Men

In the dictionaries

• Acknowledge
• Choose
• Confidence
• Correction
• Devise
• Discretion
• Envy
• Habitation
• Lowly
• Precious

Commentaries on Proverbs 3

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
• Tyndale Open Study Notes
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
• Rashi on Tanakh
• Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
• John Wesley’s Notes
• Darby Translation Notes
• Geneva Bible Translation Notes
• Kingcomments
• Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
• Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
• Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
• Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
• EGW Writings