Proverbs 163

Proverbs 16:3 is a verse from the Book of Proverbs in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. The verse reads: "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans." (New International Version). In Hebrew, this verse is written as: גַּם-צֶדֶק שִׁבְטְךָ וְאֶמֶת מִשְׁפַּטֶיךָ; אַל-תֹּאמַר לְנַפְשִׁי, נָקִי אָנִי, מִפְּשָׁעִי יְחַטְּאֵנִי (Proverbs 16:2 in Hebrew). The verse emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and committing one's actions and plans to Him. This commitment is seen as a prerequisite for success and divine establishment of one's endeavors. The context of Proverbs 16:3 is part of a collection of wisdom literature that offers practical advice and moral instruction. The verse is often interpreted as encouraging individuals to seek divine guidance and to acknowledge their dependence on God in all aspects of life. Translations of this verse in other relevant languages include: "Encomienda a Jehová tus obras, y tus pensamientos serán afirmados" in Spanish (Reina-Valera 1960), and "Pflicht alles, was du tust, dem Herrn, und er wird deine Pläne festigen" in German (Lutherbibel 2017).