Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
Blessed is the person who always lives with reverent respect for God, but whoever makes their heart stubborn and unresponsive will fall into trouble.
This verse teaches that those who maintain a humble, respectful attitude toward God will be blessed, while those who become stubborn and refuse to listen will face problems.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from King Solomon's collection of wisdom sayings, written around 950 BC for instructing young people in righteous living. In ancient Israel, 'fear of the Lord' was understood as the foundation of all wisdom and proper living. The contrast between the humble heart and the hardened heart was a common theme in Hebrew wisdom literature.
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