Proverbs 19:23

New American Bible - revised edition

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

Cross References

Psalm 103:17

But the Lord’s mercy is from age to age, toward those who fear him. His salvation is for the children’s children

Psalm 19:9

The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart. The command of the Lord is clear, enlightening the eye.

Psalm 25:13

He will abide in prosperity, and his descendants will inherit the land.

Psalm 85:9

I will listen for what God, the Lord, has to say; surely he will speak of peace To his people and to his faithful. May they not turn to foolishness!

Psalm 90:14

Fill us at daybreak with your mercy, that all our days we may sing for joy.

Psalm 91:10

No evil shall befall you, no affliction come near your tent.

Psalm 91:16

With length of days I will satisfy him, and fill him with my saving power.

Proverbs 10:27

Fear of the Lord prolongs life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.

Proverbs 11:19

Justice leads toward life, but pursuit of evil, toward death.

Proverbs 12:21

No harm befalls the just, but the wicked are overwhelmed with misfortune.

Proverbs 19:22

What is desired of a person is fidelity; rather be poor than a liar.

Proverbs 22:4

The result of humility and fear of the Lord is riches, honor and life.

Proverbs 3:24

When you lie down, you will not be afraid, when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.

Matthew 5:6

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.

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.

Romans 8:28

We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.

1 Timothy 4:8

for, while physical training is of limited value, devotion is valuable in every respect, since it holds a promise of life both for the present and for the future.

2 Timothy 4:18

The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat and will bring me safe to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory forever and ever. Amen. Final Greeting.