Proverbs 2:5
Proverbs 2:5 in Multiple Translations
then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
Then shalt thou understand the fear of Jehovah, And find the knowledge of God.
Then the fear of the Lord will be clear to you, and knowledge of God will be yours.
then you will understand how to relate to the Lord and discover the truth about God.
Then shalt thou vnderstand the feare of the Lord, and finde the knowledge of God.
Then understandest thou fear of Jehovah, And knowledge of God thou findest.
then you will understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and shalt find the knowledge of God.
If you do that, you will understand how to revere Yahweh, and you will succeed in knowing God.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 2:5
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Proverbs 2:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אָ֗ז
תָּ֭בִין
יִרְאַ֣ת
יְהוָ֑ה
וְ/דַ֖עַת
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
תִּמְצָֽא
אָ֗ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
תָּ֭בִין
bîyn
H995
to understand
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
יִרְאַ֣ת
yirʼâh
H3374
fear
N-fs
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וְ/דַ֖עַת
daʻath
H1847
knowledge
Conj | N-fs
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
תִּמְצָֽא
mâtsâʼ
H4672
to find
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 2:5
אָ֗ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
תָּ֭בִין
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
יִרְאַ֣ת
yirʼâh
H3374
"fear"
N-fs
This Hebrew word for fear can also mean reverence or respect, especially when it comes to God. It's used to describe a feeling of awe or terror, and is often translated as 'fear' or 'dreadful' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) fear, terror, fearing 1a) fear, terror 1b) awesome or terrifying thing (object causing fear) 1c) fear (of God), respect, reverence, piety 1d) revered
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] dreadful, [idiom] exceedingly, fear(-fulness). See also: Genesis 20:11; Proverbs 1:29; Psalms 2:11.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
וְ/דַ֖עַת
daʻath
H1847
"knowledge"
Conj | N-fs
In the Bible, daath means knowledge or understanding, like when Solomon asked God for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9. It involves skill and perception, and is often linked to wisdom. This concept appears in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) knowledge 1a) knowledge, perception, skill 1b) discernment, understanding, wisdom
Usage: Occurs in 91 OT verses. KJV: cunning, (ig-) norantly, know(-ledge), (un-) awares (wittingly). See also: Genesis 2:9; Proverbs 14:7; Psalms 19:3.
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
תִּמְצָֽא
mâtsâʼ
H4672
"to find"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
Matsa means to find or attain something, whether it is a physical object, a person, or a condition, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to find, attain to 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to find 1a1a) to find, secure, acquire, get (thing sought) 1a1b) to find (what is lost) 1a1c) to meet, encounter 1a1d) to find (a condition) 1a1e) to learn, devise 1a2) to find out 1a2a) to find out 1a2b) to detect 1a2c) to guess 1a3) to come upon, light upon 1a3a) to happen upon, meet, fall in with 1a3b) to hit 1a3c) to befall 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be found 1b1a) to be encountered, be lighted upon, be discovered 1b1b) to appear, be recognised 1b1c) to be discovered, be detected 1b1d) to be gained, be secured 1b2) to be, be found 1b2a) to be found in 1b2b) to be in the possession of 1b2c) to be found in (a place), happen to be 1b2d) to be left (after war) 1b2e) to be present 1b2f) to prove to be 1b2g) to be found sufficient, be enough 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to find, attain 1c2) to cause to light upon, come upon, come 1c3) to cause to encounter 1c4) to present (offering)
Usage: Occurs in 425 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] be able, befall, being, catch, [idiom] certainly, (cause to) come (on, to, to hand), deliver, be enough (cause to) find(-ing, occasion, out), get (hold upon), [idiom] have (here), be here, hit, be left, light (up-) on, meet (with), [idiom] occasion serve, (be) present, ready, speed, suffice, take hold on. See also: Genesis 2:20; Deuteronomy 22:3; 2 Kings 9:35.
Study Notes — Proverbs 2:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 2:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 2:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
- Sermons on Proverbs 2:5
Context — The Benefits of Wisdom
3if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding,
4if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure,
5then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.
6For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. 7He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 1:7 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 24:7 | I will give them a heart to know Me, that I am the LORD. They will be My people, and I will be their God, for they will return to Me with all their heart. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 32:40–41 | I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never turn away from doing good to them, and I will put My fear in their hearts, so that they will never turn away from Me. Yes, I will rejoice in doing them good, and I will faithfully plant them in this land with all My heart and with all My soul. |
| 4 | Luke 10:22 | All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows who the Son is except the Father, and no one knows who the Father is except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him.” |
| 5 | 1 John 5:20 | And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true—in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 1:10–12 | Now grant me wisdom and knowledge, so that I may lead this people. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?” God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or glory for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king— therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.” |
| 7 | Luke 11:9–13 | So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 9:24 | But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth— for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. |
| 9 | Matthew 11:27 | All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him. |
| 10 | Proverbs 9:10 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. |
Proverbs 2:5 Summary
This verse, Proverbs 2:5, is saying that when we truly seek wisdom and understanding, we will come to have a deep respect and reverence for God, which is the beginning of wisdom, as seen in Psalms 111:10. We will also gain a deeper understanding of who God is and what He wants for our lives, as stated in Jeremiah 29:11. This is not just about having more knowledge, but about having a personal relationship with God and living a life that honors Him, as seen in John 17:3. By seeking wisdom and understanding, we can come to know God in a more intimate way and live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Romans 12:1-2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to discern the fear of the Lord?
To discern the fear of the Lord means to have a deep reverence and respect for God, recognizing His power and authority in our lives, as seen in Psalms 111:10, which says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
How can I discover the knowledge of God?
Discovering the knowledge of God comes from seeking Him with all our heart, as Jeremiah 29:13 says, and being willing to learn from His Word, as stated in Proverbs 2:5, which is a result of seeking wisdom and understanding.
Is the fear of the Lord the same as being afraid of God?
No, the fear of the Lord is not the same as being afraid of God; rather, it is a healthy respect and reverence for His power and majesty, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-5, where the prophet Isaiah has a vision of God's glory and is filled with awe and reverence.
Why is it important to discern the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God?
Discerning the fear of the Lord and discovering the knowledge of God is essential for living a wise and godly life, as stated in Proverbs 9:10, which says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and leads to a deeper understanding of God's will and purposes for our lives, as seen in Romans 12:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate a healthy fear of the Lord in my daily life, and how can I apply the principles of Proverbs 2:5 to my relationships and decisions?
- How can I balance the desire to discover the knowledge of God with the recognition of my own limitations and finite understanding, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- In what ways can I seek wisdom and understanding, as described in Proverbs 2:3-4, and how can I apply these principles to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some potential obstacles or challenges that might hinder my ability to discern the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God, and how can I overcome them, as seen in 1 Corinthians 10:12-13?
- How can I use the knowledge of God to guide my decisions and actions, and to live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Colossians 1:9-10?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 2:5
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord,.... The grace of fear, and the exercise of it: which is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge, and is a treasure itself, Proverbs 1:7.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:5
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God. Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
Understand more perfectly and profitably; for that very seeking and searching after it, , supposed some understanding. The fear of the Lord; which is the beginning of this wisdom, .
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
Proverbs 2:5 Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.Ver. 5. Then shalt thou understand.] Then shalt thou be as those noble Romans were, "full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish others"; in fine, well accomplished Christian, that hath Christian for his name, and Catholic for his surname, Such a Catholic as Augustine describeth when he saith, Boni Catholici sunt qui et fidem integram sequuntur et bonos mores. Those be good Catholics that believe well and live well. These be not those ancient Roman Catholics.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
(5) Find the knowledge of God.—It is the highest of all gifts, even eternal life itself, to know God, the Giver of all good things. It was to bestow this knowledge upon man that Christ came into the world (John 17:3). He promises (Proverbs 14:21) the manifestation of Himself as the reward of obedience and love. And yet our highest knowledge of God in this life must be so imperfect, in comparison with the knowledge of Him hereafter, when we shall see Him “face to face” (1 Corinthians 13:12), that St. Paul. (Galatians 4:9) describes our relation to Him now as better expressed by “being known of Him:” i.e., recognised, acknowledged by Him as His children, rather than by “knowing” Him.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:5
The promise. The highest blessedness is to know God John 17:3.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:5
5. Then — When thou so seekest and searchest. Shalt thou understand — Discern, comprehend, and attain to. Fear of the Lord — That true piety, of which the author speaks, and which is the highest of all knowledge.
Sermons on Proverbs 2:5
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Proverbs 1:7 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that the fear of the Lord is foundational to all true knowledge and wisdom, explaining that this fear is rooted in reverence, awe, and a proper understanding |
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The Use of Our Senses by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the vital role of our senses, both physical and spiritual, in discerning danger and preserving our spiritual health. He illustrates how the inner senses—such |
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The "Exegete" of the Father by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that while human intellect cannot fully comprehend God, it is through the Spirit that we can experience and know Him. He explains that true knowledge of God t |
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Continue in Sin by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of addressing hidden sins and lust in the hearts and minds of believers. He explains that God considers these hidden sins to |
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2 Corinthians Teaching - God Who Raises the Dead by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan discusses the profound motivations behind Christian ministry as illustrated in 2 Corinthians, emphasizing the duality of the fear of the Lord and the love of Christ. |
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Forsaking God by B.H. Clendennen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having knowledge and understanding of God's Word. He quotes Hosea 4:6, which states that God's people are disturbed for la |
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(Basics) 23. Another Reason for Failure by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the seriousness of sin and the need for believers to recognize its gravity. He uses the example of Adam and Eve, who were given only one comm |