Proverbs 2:6 - Compare All Versions

Proverbs 2:6-8 MSG (The Message)

And here’s why: GOD gives out Wisdom free, is plainspoken in Knowledge and Understanding. He’s a rich mine of Common Sense for those who live well, a personal bodyguard to the candid and sincere. He keeps his eye on all who live honestly, and pays special attention to his loyally committed ones.

Proverbs 2:6 KJV (King James Version)

For the LORD giveth wisdom: Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)

For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 NCV (New Century Version)

Only the LORD gives wisdom; he gives knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 ASV (American Standard Version)

For Jehovah giveth wisdom; Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding

Proverbs 2:6 NIV (New International Version)

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 NKJV (New King James Version)

For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding

Proverbs 2:6 AMP (Amplified Bible)

For the LORD gives [skillful and godly] wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 NLT (New Living Translation)

For the LORD grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 TPT (The Passion Translation)

Wisdom is a gift from a generous God, and every word he speaks is full of revelation and becomes a fountain of understanding within you.

Proverbs 2:6 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding