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Psalms 25:12–14

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What man is he that feareth the Lord? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.
His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth.
The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.
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From verse 12

  1. Psalms 37:23Rank 1 from verse 12
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    23The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.

  2. Psalms 32:8Rank 2 from verse 12
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    8I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.

  3. John 7:17Rank 3 from verse 12
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    17If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.

  4. Ecclesiastes 12:13Rank 4 from verse 12
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    13¶ Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.

  5. Psalms 111:10Rank 5 from verse 12
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    10The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.

From verse 13

  1. Psalms 37:11Rank 1 from verse 13
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    11But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

  2. Proverbs 1:33Rank 2 from verse 13
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    33But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil.

  3. Proverbs 19:23Rank 3 from verse 13
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    23The fear of the Lord tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

  4. Acts 2:39Rank 4 from verse 13
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    39For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.

  5. Isaiah 65:23Rank 5 from verse 13
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    23They shall not labour in vain, nor bring forth for trouble; for they are the seed of the blessed of the Lord, and their offspring with them.

From verse 14

  1. John 15:15Rank 1 from verse 14
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    15Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.

  2. John 14:21–23Rank 2 from verse 14
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    21He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.

    22Judas saith unto him, not Iscariot, Lord, how is it that thou wilt manifest thyself unto us, and not unto the world?

    23Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.

  3. John 7:17Rank 3 from verse 14
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    17If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.

  4. Ephesians 1:9Rank 4 from verse 14
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    9Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed in himself:

  5. 1 Corinthians 2:14Rank 5 from verse 14
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    14But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.

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Psalms 25:12

COMBINED MEANING

man

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1. A human being or person. 2. Mankind collectively. 3. A male person.

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shall

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An auxiliary verb expressing future action, intention, promise, command, requirement, or determination.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

teach

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To instruct, inform, train, show, counsel, or communicate knowledge or doctrine.

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in

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1. A preposition marking position, presence, state, circumstance, manner, means, sphere, reference, relation, association, or participation. 2. As an adverb, inward, inside, or into the place or position referred to.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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Psalms 25:13

COMBINED MEANING

soul

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Sense 1: A living person or creature; a life or self. Sense 2: The inward self distinguished from the body. Sense 3: The seat of desire or appetite.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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shall

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An auxiliary verb expressing future action, intention, promise, command, requirement, or determination.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

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ease

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Sense 1: Freedom or relief from pain, labour, trouble, or restraint. Sense 2: To relieve, quiet, or make less difficult.

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seed

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Sense 1: The reproductive substance of a plant or creature, especially what is sown to produce after its kind. Sense 2: Offspring, descendants, or lineage. Sense 3: A beginning, source, or thing sown that produces a result.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

earth

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Sense 1: The world in distinction from heaven. Sense 2: Dry land, ground, soil, or dust. Sense 3: A land, region, or its inhabitants.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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Psalms 25:14

COMBINED MEANING

secret

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1. Hidden, concealed, private, or not openly known. 2. A hidden matter, counsel, or mystery.

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fear

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1. Alarm, dread, terror, or apprehension. 2. Reverence, awe, or respectful regard. 3. A person, thing, or event feared or revered. 4. To fear, dread, or reverence.

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COMBINED MEANING

shew

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Sense 1: To cause to see; to display, present, point out, or make visible. Sense 2: To reveal, disclose, declare, explain, teach, direct, or make known. Sense 3: To demonstrate, prove, manifest, or make evident. Sense 4: To exercise or perform kindness, mercy, favour, piety, or another stated disposition toward someone. Sense 5: An outward appearance, display, or presentation to view.

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covenant

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Sense 1: A binding agreement, promise, pledge, or appointed order. Sense 2: The stated words, terms, testimony, or written record of such an agreement or promise.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

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11For thy name’s sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquity; for it is great.

12What man is he that feareth the Lord? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.

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13His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth.

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14The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.

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15Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

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