Proverbs 1810

Proverbs 18:10 is a verse from the Book of Proverbs in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. The verse reads: "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." In Hebrew, this verse is written as: "שֵׁם יְהוָה צוּר גָּבַהּ צַדִּיק יִתְחַסֶּה וְנָבֶטַח" (transliterated as "Shem Adonai tzur gavah tzaddik yit'chaseh v'navehtach"). The verse is part of a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, and it emphasizes the protective power of God's name and the refuge that the righteous find in Him. The metaphor of a strong tower signifies a place of safety and security, highlighting the trust and protection that believers find in God. This verse has been translated into numerous languages, including "El nombre de Jehová es torre fuerte; a ella corre el justo, y se levanta seguro" in Spanish, "Le nom de l'Éternel est une tour forte; le juste s'y réfugie et se met en sûreté" in French, and "Der Name des HERRN ist eine feste Burg; in sie flieht der Gerechte und ist geborgen" in German. The context of Proverbs 18:10 underscores the importance of righteousness and the divine protection available to those who seek God.