| Audio Cross Study Comm Heb Verse (Click for Chapter)New International VersionWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.New Living TranslationYou can go to bed without fear; you will lie down and sleep soundly.English Standard VersionIf you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.Berean Standard BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.King James BibleWhen thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.New King James VersionWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; Yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet.New American Standard BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.NASB 1995When you lie down, you will not be afraid; When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.NASB 1977 When you lie down, you will not be afraid; When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.Legacy Standard Bible When you lie down, you will not be in dread; You will lie down, and your sleep will be pleasant.Amplified BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.Christian Standard BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; you will lie down, and your sleep will be pleasant.Holman Christian Standard BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; you will lie down, and your sleep will be pleasant. American Standard VersionWhen thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: Yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.Contemporary English Versionyou will rest without a worry and sleep soundly. English Revised VersionWhen thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.GOD'S WORD® TranslationWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid. As you lie there, your sleep will be sweet.Good News TranslationYou will not be afraid when you go to bed, and you will sleep soundly through the night. International Standard VersionWhen you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be pleasant. NET BibleWhen you lie down you will not be filled with fear; when you lie down your sleep will be pleasant. New Heart English BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet.Webster's Bible TranslationWhen thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: but thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.Majority Text TranslationsMajority Standard BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.World English BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid. Yes, you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet. Literal TranslationsLiteral Standard VersionIf you lie down, you are not afraid, "" Indeed, you have lain down, "" And your sleep has been sweet.Young's Literal Translation If thou liest down, thou art not afraid, Yea, thou hast lain down, And sweet hath been thy sleep.Smith's Literal TranslationIf thou shalt lie down thou shalt not be afraid: and thou liest down and thy sleep shall be sweet.Catholic TranslationsDouay-Rheims BibleIf thou sleep, thou shalt not fear: thou shalt rest, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Catholic Public Domain VersionWhen you slumber, you shall not fear. When you rest, your sleep also will be sweet.New American BibleWhen you lie down, you will not be afraid, when you rest, your sleep will be sweet. New Revised Standard VersionIf you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.Translations from AramaicLamsa BibleWhen you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yea, you shall lie down and your sleep shall be sweet.Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd you will sleep and be unafraid, and you will lie down, and sleep will be sweet to you.OT TranslationsJPS Tanakh 1917When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid; Yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.Brenton Septuagint TranslationFor if thou rest, thou shalt be undismayed; and if thou sleep, thou shalt slumber sweetly.Additional Translations ...Audio BibleContextThe Blessings of Wisdom…23Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble. 24When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet. 25Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked,…Berean Standard Bible · DownloadCross ReferencesPsalm 4:8I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.Psalm 127:2In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for bread to eat—for He gives sleep to His beloved.Matthew 11:28-30Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”Psalm 91:5You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day,Isaiah 26:3You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.Philippians 4:6-7Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.Psalm 23:4Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.John 14:27Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.Psalm 121:3-4He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber. / Behold, the Protector of Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.1 Peter 5:7Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.Isaiah 30:15For the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel, has said: “By repentance and rest you would be saved; your strength would lie in quiet confidence—but you were not willing.”Matthew 6:25-34Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? / Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? / Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? ...Psalm 112:7-8He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. / His heart is assured; he does not fear, until he looks in triumph on his foes.Romans 8:6The mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace,Jeremiah 31:26At this I awoke and looked around. My sleep had been most pleasant to me.Treasury of Scripture When you lie down, you shall not be afraid: yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet. liest Proverbs 6:22 When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee. Leviticus 26:6 And I will give peace in the land, and ye shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid: and I will rid evil beasts out of the land, neither shall the sword go through your land. Psalm 3:5 I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me. and Psalm 127:2 It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep. Jeremiah 31:26 Upon this I awaked, and beheld; and my sleep was sweet unto me. Acts 12:6 And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the prison. Jump to PreviousAfraid Bed Fear Lie Rest Sit Sleep SweetJump to NextAfraid Bed Fear Lie Rest Sit Sleep SweetProverbs 31. various exhortations13. The gain of wisdom27. Exhortation to goodness33. the different state of the wicked and upright| Study Bible | Book ◦ Chapter |
When you lie down, you will not be afraid;This phrase emphasizes the peace and security that comes from trusting in God. In the ancient Near Eastern context, night was often associated with danger and uncertainty, as it was a time when enemies could attack and wild animals roamed. The promise of not being afraid when lying down reflects a deep trust in God's protection, akin to the assurance found in Psalm 4:8, "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." This assurance is a recurring theme in Scripture, highlighting God's role as a protector and provider for His people.when you rest,Rest in the biblical sense often signifies more than just physical sleep; it implies a state of spiritual peace and contentment. The concept of rest is deeply rooted in the creation narrative, where God rested on the seventh day, setting a pattern for humanity (Genesis 2:2-3). In the New Testament, Jesus invites those who are weary to find rest in Him (Matthew 11:28-30), indicating that true rest is found in a relationship with God. This rest is a foretaste of the eternal rest promised to believers in Hebrews 4:9-11. your sleep will be sweet.Sweet sleep is a metaphor for a life free from anxiety and fear, a gift from God to those who live in wisdom and righteousness. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, sleep was a vulnerable state, and the assurance of sweet sleep was a significant blessing. This idea is echoed in Psalm 127:2, which states that God "grants sleep to those he loves." The sweetness of sleep can also be seen as a type of the peace that Jesus Christ offers, as He is the ultimate source of peace and rest for believers. The promise of sweet sleep is a reminder of the peace that surpasses all understanding, which guards the hearts and minds of those in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).Persons / Places / Events1. SolomonTraditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. Proverbs is a collection of his wise sayings and teachings.2. IsraelThe nation to whom Solomon originally addressed his wisdom literature, providing guidance for living a life that honors God.3. Wisdom LiteratureProverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Bible, which includes practical instructions for living a life that aligns with God's will.Teaching PointsTrust in God for Peaceful RestThe promise of sweet sleep is tied to a life lived in trust and obedience to God. When we align our lives with His wisdom, we can rest without fear.The Role of Wisdom in Daily LifeApplying the wisdom found in Proverbs leads to a life of peace and security, which naturally extends to our times of rest.Overcoming Anxiety through FaithFear and anxiety can disrupt sleep, but faith in God's protection and provision can alleviate these concerns, leading to restful nights.Practical Steps for Peaceful SleepEngage in prayer and meditation on Scripture before bed to calm the mind and focus on God's promises.The Importance of a Clear ConscienceLiving righteously and maintaining a clear conscience before God and others contributes to peaceful sleep.Bible Study Questions and Answers1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 3:24?2. How can Proverbs 3:24 guide us to trust God for peaceful sleep?3. What does "lie down without fear" teach about God's protection?4. How does Proverbs 3:24 connect with Psalm 4:8 on restful sleep?5. How can trusting God help alleviate anxiety before bedtime?6. What practical steps can ensure our sleep reflects trust in God's promises?7. How does Proverbs 3:24 provide comfort in times of fear or anxiety? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 3:24? 9. How does Proverbs 3:24 align with modern psychological understandings of sleep and rest? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 3?11. Can I lie down and sleep in peace?12. What biblical guidance is there for dealing with insomnia?13. Can I lie down and sleep in peace?14. What is the Bible's view on lucid dreaming?What Does Proverbs 3:24 MeanWhen you lie down - Proverbs 3:24 opens with the ordinary moment when the day is done: “When you lie down….” - God is concerned with every detail, even the simple act of turning off the light and pulling up the covers (Psalm 121:4–5). - Because He “grants sleep to those He loves” (Psalm 127:2), lying down is not merely a physical routine; it is an act of quiet confidence in His caretaking. - David modeled this trust: “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety” (Psalm 4:8). you will not be afraid - The promise continues: “…you will not be afraid….” Fear often visits at night, yet here God extinguishes it. - Reasons the believer can reject nighttime anxiety: • God’s presence: “You will not fear the terror of the night” (Psalm 91:5). • God’s peace: “You will keep in perfect peace the mind that is stayed on You” (Isaiah 26:3). • God’s Spirit: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control” (2 Timothy 1:7). - The verse assumes a conscious choice to trust His promises rather than rehearse worries (Philippians 4:6-7). when you rest - Solomon repeats the idea: “when you rest…,” emphasizing settled quiet, not just physical stillness. - Rest here pictures a heart that has transferred its burdens to the Lord (Psalm 55:22). - Like Israel at the Red Sea, we can “stand firm and see the salvation of the LORD” (Exodus 14:13-14) instead of striving. - Jesus echoes this invitation: “Come to Me…and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28-29). your sleep will be sweet - The result: “…your sleep will be sweet.” God doesn’t promise mere unconsciousness but refreshing, delightful sleep. - Jeremiah experienced this: “At this I awoke and looked around. My sleep had been pleasant to me” (Jeremiah 31:26). - Sweet sleep flows from: • A clear conscience (Acts 24:16). • A content heart (Hebrews 13:5). • A mind stayed on God’s faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23). - Even the hard-working laborer “enjoys sweet sleep” (Ecclesiastes 5:12) when satisfied in the Lord. summary Solomon paints bedtime as a daily sermon: lie down aware of God’s watch, refuse fear, settle into His rest, and wake refreshed. Accepting these promises turns the simple act of closing our eyes into a testimony that the Lord truly holds our yesterdays, todays, and tomorrows.Pulpit CommentaryVerse 24. - When thou liest down thou shalt not be afraid. This is beautifully illustrated by what David says in Psalm 4:8, "I will both lay me down in peace and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety." No fear is to be apprehended where Jehovah is Protector (see Psalm 3:5, 6; Psalm 46:1-3; Psalm 91:1-5; Psalm 121:5-8). When, (im) is rendered "if" by the Vulgate, LXX., Targum Jonathan. Thou liest down; tish'kav, "thou shalt lie down," kal future, like shakavta, kal perfect, in the corresponding hemistich, is from shakav, "to lie down," specially to lay one's self down to sleep, as in Genesis 19:4; Psalm 3:6. Vulgate, si dormieris; cf. Proverbs 6:22, "when thou sleepest" בְּשָׁכְבְּך, b'shok'b'ka). The LXX. rendering, "if thou sittest" (κάθη), arises from reading תֵּשֵׁב (teshev) for תִּשְׁכַב (tish'kav) Yea, thou shalt lie down; b'shok'b'ta, as before, with] prefixed, equivalent to the future, as in the Authorized Version; LXX., καθεύδῃς. Shall be sweet; arvah, from arav, "to be sweet," or "pleasant," perhaps "well mixed," as arev, equivalent to "to mix." Thy sleep shall be full of pleasing impressions, not restless, as in Deuteronomy 28:66 and Job 7:4, but sweet, because of the sense of safety, and from confidence in God, as well as from a good conscience (cf. Job 11:18, "Thou shalt take thy rest in safety," from which the idea is probably taken). Parallel Commentaries ...HebrewWhenאִם־ (’im-)ConjunctionStrong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, notyou lie down,תִּשְׁכַּ֥ב (tiš·kaḇ)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singularStrong's 7901: To lie downyou will notלֹֽא־ (lō-)Adverb - Negative particleStrong's 3808: Not, nobe afraid;תִפְחָ֑ד (ṯip̄·ḥāḏ)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singularStrong's 6342: To dread, be in dread or in awewhen you rest,וְ֝שָׁכַבְתָּ֗ (wə·šā·ḵaḇ·tā)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singularStrong's 7901: To lie downyour sleepשְׁנָתֶֽךָ׃ (šə·nā·ṯe·ḵā)Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singularStrong's 8142: Sleepwill be sweet.וְֽעָרְבָ֥ה (wə·‘ā·rə·ḇāh)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person feminine singularStrong's 6149: To be sweet or pleasingLinksProverbs 3:24 NIVProverbs 3:24 NLTProverbs 3:24 ESVProverbs 3:24 NASBProverbs 3:24 KJVProverbs 3:24 BibleApps.comProverbs 3:24 Biblia ParalelaProverbs 3:24 Chinese BibleProverbs 3:24 French BibleProverbs 3:24 Catholic BibleOT Poetry: Proverbs 3:24 When you lie down you will not (Prov. 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