Proverbs 18:10 Meaning
The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
Context Explained
8The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
9He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
10The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
11The rich man's wealth is his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit.
12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.
Key Themes
safetytrustdivine-protection
Related Cross References
Psalm 18:2
Both verses describe the Lord as a place of safety.
Proverbs 30:5
Both affirm the reliability of God's protection.
Isaiah 25:4
Both emphasize God as a refuge in times of trouble.
Source: Proverbs 18:10