Proverbs 4:12
When you walk, your steps will not be impeded; when you run, you will not stumble.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
In Context
11I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths.
13Hold on to instruction; do not let go. Guard it, for it is your life.
Cross References
2 Samuel 22:37You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.
Psalms 18:36You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.
Psalms 119:165Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your instruction; nothing can make them stumble.
Proverbs 3:23Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.
Proverbs 6:22When you walk, they will guide you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you.
John 11:9Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? If anyone walks in the daytime, he will not stumble, because he sees by the light of this world.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 4:2-14
Parental Instructions. 1 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. 2 For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. 3 For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. 4 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live. 5 Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. 6 Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep… Read the whole commentary →