Translations
Modern
By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.
Traditional
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.
Literal
By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of YHWH one turns aside from evil.
Latin
Misericordia et veritate redimitur iniquitas, et in timore Domini declinatur a malo.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.
Notes
God's constant love and faithfulness are key in his covenant with Israel (see Exodus 15:13; 34:6–7; Numbers 14:18–19; Deuteronomy 7:9–11).
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Topics
Ablution: Figurative Blessing: Spiritual, from God Fear of God: A Motive of Obedience Fear of God: Reverence God: Mercy of Godly Fear: Those Who Have: Depart from Evil Sin: The Fear of God Restrains