Proverbs 2:8
to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.
In Context
7He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,
9Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity—every good path.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 33:26“There is none like the God of Jeshurun, who rides the heavens to your aid, and the clouds in His majesty.
Psalms 1:6For the LORD guards the path of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.
Psalms 37:23The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey.
Psalms 37:31The law of his God is in his heart; his steps do not falter.
Psalms 121:5The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is the shade on your right hand.
Proverbs 3:21My son, do not lose sight of this: Preserve sound judgment and discernment.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 2:2-10
The Search after Wisdom Encouraged. 1 My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; 2 So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; 3 Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; 4 If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; 5 Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord , and find the knowledge of God. 6 For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and… Read the whole commentary →