


Proverbs 16:6
Bible Versions
¶ By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD [men] depart from evil.
Grace and truth atone for iniquity, and people turn from evil through fear of ADONAI.
By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.
By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for; And by the fear of Jehovah men depart from evil.
Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.
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Proverbs 14:16
¶ A wise [man] feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. -
Job 28:28
And unto man he said, Behold, the fear of the Lord, that [is] wisdom; and to depart from evil [is] understanding. -
2 Corinthians 7:1
¶ Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. -
Daniel 4:27
Wherefore, O king, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor; if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity. -
Proverbs 14:27
The fear of the LORD [is] a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. -
Proverbs 8:13
The fear of the LORD [is] to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. -
Luke 11:41
But rather give alms of such things as ye have; and, behold, all things are clean unto you.