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Proverbs 29:25
The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the Lord is kept safe.
Proverbs 29:25 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 29:25 in other translations
The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.
The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.
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In context
22 An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.
23 A man's pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.
24 Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.
25 The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the Lord is kept safe.
26 Many seek the ruler's favor, but a man's justice comes from the Lord.
27 A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.
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