Proverbs 14:26

New American Bible - revised edition

The fear of the Lord is a strong defense, a refuge even for one’s children.

Cross References

Genesis 31:42

If the God of my father, the God of Abraham and the Fear of Isaac, had not been on my side, you would now have sent me away empty-handed. But God saw my plight and the fruits of my toil, and last night he reproached you.”

Psalm 112:1

Hallelujah! Blessed the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in his commands.

Proverbs 14:27

The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.

Proverbs 18:10

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the just run to it and are safe.

Proverbs 19:23

The fear of the Lord leads to life; one eats and sleeps free from any harm.

Proverbs 20:7

The just walk in integrity; happy are their children after them!

Ecclesiastes 7:18

It is good to hold to this rule, and not to let that one go; but the one who fears God will succeed with both.

Isaiah 33:6

That which makes her seasons certain, her wealth, salvation, wisdom, and knowledge, is the fear of the Lord, her treasure.

Jeremiah 15:11

Tell me, Lord, have I not served you for their good? Have I not interceded with you in time of misfortune and anguish?

Acts 9:31

The church throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria was at peace. It was being built up and walked in the fear of the Lord, and with the consolation of the holy Spirit it grew in numbers. Peter Heals Aeneas at Lydda.