Proverbs 3:32
"for the Lord detests a perverse man but takes the upright into his confidence...." — Proverbs 3:32 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“for the Lord detests a perverse man but takes the upright into his confidence.”Proverbs 3:32 (NIV)
Compare NIV, KJV, ESV, NLT, MSG, and NASB side by side →
Surrounding verses
Read Proverbs 3:32 with the verses next to it, then open Proverbs 3 in full.
When people use this verse
People often open Proverbs 3:32 when they are looking for Scripture on confidence.
Related topics
Get another verse
Same randomizer as the rest of the site — tap for another NIV verse from this book, a related topic, or the priority collection.
“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
What is this verse about?
Proverbs 3:32 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Proverbs chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How people apply it
As you reflect on Proverbs 3:32, consider how God's truth applies to your current circumstances. Scripture is living and active — it speaks into every season of life. Let this verse shape your thoughts, decisions, and relationships as you walk in faith.
Related verses
Curated from this site's topic lists — not a keyword scan of the verse text.
for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared.
1 John 3:21Dear friends, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God
1 John 4:17In this way, love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment, because in this world we are like him.
1 John 5:14This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.
2 Corinthians 2:3I wrote as I did so that when I came I should not be distressed by those who ought to make me rejoice. I had confidence in all of you, that you would all share my joy.
2 Corinthians 3:4Such confidence as this is ours through Christ before God.
2 Corinthians 7:4I have great confidence in you; I take great pride in you. I am greatly encouraged; in all our troubles my joy knows no bounds.
2 Corinthians 7:16I am glad I can have complete confidence in you.
A short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Proverbs 3:32. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Quick answers
What does Proverbs 3:32 mean?
"for the Lord detests a perverse man but takes the upright into his confidence...." — Proverbs 3:32 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Proverbs 3:32?
Proverbs 3:32 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Proverbs chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does Proverbs 3:32 read in other translations?
Proverbs 3:32 is available in NIV, KJV, ESV, NLT, MSG, and NASB on this page. Open the compare view to read them side by side.