Proverbs 3:5
Put your trust totally in the Lord—don't rely on what you think you know!
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In Context
4That way you'll gain a good reputation and be appreciated by both God and people.
6Remember him in everything you do, and he'll show you the right way.
Cross References
Ezra 8:23So we fasted and asked God to protect us, and he answered our prayers.
Psalms 37:3Trust in the Lord, and do good. Live in the land and feed on faithfulness.
Psalms 37:7Be still in God's presence; wait patiently for him. Don't be upset over people who prosper when they carry out their evil schemes.
Psalms 115:9Israel, trust in the Lord! He is the one who helps you and protects you.
Psalms 146:3Don't put your confidence in human leaders—they can't save you.
Proverbs 22:19I'm explaining this to you today so you can trust in the Lord—yes, you!
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 3:2-7
Communion Conferred by Wisdom. 1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: 4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. We are… Read the whole commentary →