Proverbs 14:26
In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
Original Language Analysis
בְּיִרְאַ֣ת
In the fear
H3374
בְּיִרְאַ֣ת
In the fear
Strong's:
H3374
Word #:
1 of 7
fear (also used as infinitive); morally, reverence
יְ֭הוָה
of the LORD
H3068
יְ֭הוָה
of the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
2 of 7
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
מִבְטַח
confidence
H4009
מִבְטַח
confidence
Strong's:
H4009
Word #:
3 of 7
properly, a refuge, i.e., (objective) security, or (subjective) assurance
עֹ֑ז
is strong
H5797
עֹ֑ז
is strong
Strong's:
H5797
Word #:
4 of 7
strength in various applications (force, security, majesty, praise)
וּ֝לְבָנָ֗יו
and his children
H1121
וּ֝לְבָנָ֗יו
and his children
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
5 of 7
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
Cross References
Proverbs 19:23The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.Proverbs 18:10The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.Isaiah 33:6And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times, and strength of salvation: the fear of the LORD is his treasure.Psalms 112:1Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.Malachi 4:2But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.Acts 9:31Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied.Ecclesiastes 7:18It is good that thou shouldest take hold of this; yea, also from this withdraw not thine hand: for he that feareth God shall come forth of them all.Genesis 31:42Except the God of my father, the God of Abraham, and the fear of Isaac, had been with me, surely thou hadst sent me away now empty. God hath seen mine affliction and the labour of my hands, and rebuked thee yesternight.
Historical Context
Refuge imagery drew on cities of refuge and temple sanctuary. God Himself is the ultimate refuge for His people (Psalm 46:1), and fear of Him grants access to this secure dwelling.
Questions for Reflection
- How does fearing the LORD produce confidence rather than anxiety in your life?
- What spiritual legacy are you building as a refuge for future generations?
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Analysis & Commentary
Fearing the LORD provides strong confidence—security rooted in covenant relationship. Children benefit from parents' godliness, demonstrating faith's generational blessings. This confidence isn't self-trust but assurance grounded in God's faithful promises to those who walk with Him.