Proverbs 8:8

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Proverbs 8:8 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse.

King James Version KJV

All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them.

American Standard Version ASV

All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; There is nothing crooked or perverse in them.

Bible in Basic English BBE

All the words of my mouth are righteousness; there is nothing false or twisted in them.

Free Bible Version FBV

All the words I say are true; none are false or misleading.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

All the wordes of my mouth are righteous: there is no lewdenes, nor frowardnesse in them.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

In righteousness [are] all the sayings of my mouth, Nothing in them is froward and perverse.

World English Bible WEB

All the words of my mouth are in righteousness. There is nothing crooked or perverse in them.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

All my words are just, there is nothing wicked nor perverse in them.

Translation for Translators T4T

Everything that I say is honest; there is nothing that I say that deceives people.

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Proverbs 8:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB בְּ/צֶ֥דֶק כָּל אִמְרֵי פִ֑/י אֵ֥ין בָּ֝/הֶ֗ם נִפְתָּ֥ל וְ/עִקֵּֽשׁ

בְּ/צֶ֥דֶק tsedeq H6664 Righteousness Prep | N-ms

כָּל kôl H3605 all N-ms

אִמְרֵי ʼêmer H561 word N-mp

פִ֑/י peh H6310 lip N-ms | Suff

אֵ֥ין ʼayin H369 nothing Part

בָּ֝/הֶ֗ם Prep | Suff

נִפְתָּ֥ל pâthal H6617 to twist V-Niphal

וְ/עִקֵּֽשׁ ʻiqqêsh H6141 twisted Conj | Adj

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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 8:8

בְּ/צֶ֥דֶק tsedeq H6664 "Righteousness" Prep | N-ms

Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.

Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)

Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.

כָּל kôl H3605 "all" N-ms

The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.

Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)

Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.

אִמְרֵי ʼêmer H561 "word" N-mp

This Hebrew word refers to a word or speech, like a promise or command from God. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's conversations with people.

Definition: utterance, speech, word, saying, promise, command

Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: answer, [idiom] appointed unto him, saying, speech, word. See also: Genesis 49:21; Psalms 141:6; Psalms 5:2.

פִ֑/י peh H6310 "lip" N-ms | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.

Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21

Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.

אֵ֥ין ʼayin H369 "nothing" Part

This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.

Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of

Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.

בָּ֝/הֶ֗ם "" Prep | Suff

נִפְתָּ֥ל pâthal H6617 "to twist" V-Niphal

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to twist or struggle, often used to describe someone being morally corrupt or wrestling with God. It appears in various forms, such as being twisted or wrestling. This concept is seen in the actions of those who oppose God's will.

Definition: 1) to twist 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be twisted 1a2) to wrestle 1b) (Hithpael) to be twisted

Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: (shew self) froward, shew self unsavoury, wrestle. See also: Genesis 30:8; Job 5:13; Psalms 18:27.

וְ/עִקֵּֽשׁ ʻiqqêsh H6141 "twisted" Conj | Adj

The Hebrew word for something that is twisted or distorted, and can also refer to someone who is being false or perverse. It is used to describe something that is not straight or honest. The KJV translates it as crooked or froward.

Definition: twisted, distorted, crooked, perverse, perverted

Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: crooked, froward, perverse. See also: Deuteronomy 32:5; Proverbs 8:8; Psalms 18:27.

Study Notes — Proverbs 8:8

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Context
Cross References
Proverbs 8:8 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 8:8
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 8:8
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8
Sermons on Proverbs 8:8

Context — The Excellence of Wisdom

6Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right. 7For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.

8All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse.

9They are all plain to the discerning, and upright to those who find knowledge. 10Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	John 7:46	“Never has anyone spoken like this man!” the officers answered.
2	Psalms 12:6	The words of the LORD are flawless, like silver refined in a furnace, like gold purified sevenfold.
3	Proverbs 8:13	To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.
4	Deuteronomy 32:5	His people have acted corruptly toward Him; the spot on them is not that of His children, but of a perverse and crooked generation.
5	Isaiah 63:1	Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah with crimson-stained garments? Who is this robed in splendor, marching in the greatness of His strength? “It is I, proclaiming vindication, mighty to save.”
6	Isaiah 45:23	By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance.

Proverbs 8:8 Summary

This verse, Proverbs 8:8, tells us that everything God says is right and true, with no deceit or wrongness. This means we can always trust God's words, just like we can trust Him, as seen in Psalm 36:5. God's words are like a straight line, always leading us in the right direction, unlike human words which can be crooked or misleading, as warned against in Proverbs 8:8 and Matthew 12:36. By following God's words, we can gain wisdom and knowledge, and live a life that pleases Him, as described in Proverbs 8:10 and Colossians 1:9-10.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for all the words of God's mouth to be righteous?

This means that everything God says is just, fair, and morally right, as seen in Proverbs 8:8, and is a reflection of His perfect character, as described in Psalm 92:15.

Can we always trust the words that come from God's mouth?

Yes, we can always trust God's words because they are truthful and without deceit, as stated in Proverbs 8:7, and this is a fundamental aspect of His nature, as seen in Numbers 23:19 and Titus 1:2.

How do the words of God's mouth compare to the words of humans?

Unlike human words, which can be crooked or perverse, God's words are always straight and true, as stated in Proverbs 8:8, and this is why we are encouraged to seek God's wisdom and instruction, as seen in Proverbs 8:10.

What is the result of following the words that come from God's mouth?

Following God's words leads to wisdom, knowledge, and a deeper understanding of His ways, as seen in Proverbs 8:9 and Psalm 119:105, and ultimately, to a closer relationship with Him, as described in John 14:23.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can apply the righteousness of God's words to my everyday life?
How can I discern the difference between God's words and the words of humans, which may be crooked or perverse?
In what ways can I seek to align my own words and actions with the righteous words of God's mouth, as described in Proverbs 8:8?
What are some Bible verses that have particularly spoken to me and helped me to understand God's character, such as Proverbs 8:8 or Psalm 119:105?
How can I use the words of God's mouth to encourage and guide others, as seen in Proverbs 8:10?

Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:8

All the words of my mouth [are] in righteousness,.... Or "with righteousness" (x); are connected with it, are agreeable to it; are righteous ones, consistent with righteousness, with the righteous

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:8

All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them. All the words of my mouth (are) in righteousness; (there is) nothing froward (literally, distorted) or perverse in them.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8

All the words of my mouth; all my precepts, promises, threatenings, &c. Nothing froward or perverse in them; not the least mixture of vanity, or error, or folly in them, as there is in the words of the wisest philosophers, &c.

Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8

Proverbs 8:8 All the words of my mouth [are] in righteousness; [there is] nothing froward or perverse in them.Ver. 8. All the words.] The Rabbis have a saying, that there is a mountain of sense hanging upon every tittle of the Scriptures. There is nothing froward or perverse in them.] Some places of Scripture may seem to cross other places, but they do only seem so. Men may think they are like the accusers of Christ, never a one speaking like the other; but those that understand them shall find them like Nathan and Bathsheba, both speaking the same things. The old Rabbis could not reconcile Ecclesiastes (some passages in it) to the rest of the Holy Scriptures, and had therefore some thoughts to conceal it from the people But this was their weakness, and would have been their wickedness. Kabuenaki.

Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8

(8) Froward.—That is, twisted, or crooked.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8

Verse 8. All the words - are in righteousness] בצדק betsedek, in justice and equity, testifying what man owes to his God, to his neighbour, and to himself; giving to each his due. This is the true import of צדק tsadak. There is nothing froward] נפתל niphtal, tortuous, involved, or difficult. Or perverse] עקש ikkesh, distorted, leading to obstinacy. On the contrary,

Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 8:8

8. in righteousness] or, “righteousness,” R.V. marg. froward] Rather, crooked, R.V.; σκολιόν, LXX.

Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 8:8

Words of the ideal Wisdom, which find their highest fulfillment in that of the Incarnate Word. Compare Luke 4:22; Matthew 11:19.

Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:8

8. In righteousness — Are righteous, fair, honest. Froward — Literally, twisty, crafty, tricky, deceitful.

Sermons on Proverbs 8:8

	Sermon	Description
	Guidelines for the Godly Man by Eli Brayley	Eli Brayley preaches on the calling of the man of God to live a life of full consecration, obedience, and service unto the Kingdom of God. The purpose of the man of God is to confo
	Before We Can Read to Our Soul's Profit by J.C. Philpot	J.C. Philpot emphasizes the vital importance of experiencing the truth of God through the teaching of the Holy Spirit, rather than mere intellectual understanding. He warns that wi
	Jesus Above All by R.G. Lee	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience of attending a gathering where they listened to a recording of a singer who had been dead for 30 years. He mentions that duri
	(John - Part 18): He That Is of the Earth Is Earthly (Futility of Resting on Men) by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the world we live in is fallen and filled with darkness and ignorance. He criticizes the daily press, radio, and television for being e
	(Bible Analysis of Man) Man's Lips by Willie Mullan	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being attentive and responsive to God's calling. He uses the analogy of hunting for God, stating that sometimes we can los
	Preaching - a Sacred Responsibility - Part 2 by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker describes his experience of being called to speak to a happy congregation. However, he is faced with a choice - to speak based on the reality that the p
	Being Consumed by Christ by Dennis Kinlaw	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of Jesus being referred to as the Lamb of God. He explains that a lamb is typically used for food and clothing, but the peop