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It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter. 13Righteous lips are the delight of kings,            And he who speaks right is loved. 16 The (A)plans of the heart belong to a person,But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.2 All the ways of a person are clean in his own sight,But the (B)Lord examines the [a]motives.3 [b](C)Commit your works to the Lord,And your plans will be established.4 The Lord (D)has made everything for [c]its own purpose,Even the (E)wicked for the day of evil.5 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord;[d]Be assured, he will not go unpunished.6 By (F)mercy and truth atonement is made for wrongdoing,And by [e]the (G)fear of the Lord one keeps away from evil.7 When a person’s ways are pleasing to the Lord,He (H)causes even his enemies to make peace with him.8 Better is a little with righteousnessThan great income with injustice.9 The mind of a (I)person plans his way,But (J)the Lord directs his steps.10 A divine (K)verdict is on the lips of the king;His mouth should not [f]err in judgment.11 A (L)just balance and scales belong to the Lord;All the [g]weights of the bag are His [h]concern.12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,Because a (M)throne is established on righteousness.13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings,And one who speaks right is loved.14 The fury of a king is like messengers of death;But a wise person will appease it.15 In the light of a king’s face is life,And his favor is like a cloud with the [i](N)spring rain.16 How much (O)better it is to get wisdom than gold!And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver.17 The (P)highway of the upright is to turn away from evil;One who watches his way protects his [j]life.18 (Q)Pride goes before destruction,And a haughty spirit before stumbling.19 It is better to be (R)humble in spirit with the needyThan to (S)divide the spoils with the proud.20 One who pays attention to the word will (T)find good,And (U)blessed is one who trusts in the Lord.21 The (V)wise in heart will be called understanding,And sweetness of [k]speech (W)increases [l]persuasiveness.22 Understanding is a fountain of life to those who have it,But the discipline of fools is foolishness.23 The (X)heart of the wise instructs his mouthAnd adds [m]persuasiveness to his lips.24 (Y)Pleasant words are a honeycomb,Sweet to the soul and (Z)healing to the bones.25 (AA)There is a way which seems right to a person,But its end is the way of death.26 A worker’s appetite works for him,For his [n]hunger urges him on.27 A (AB)worthless person digs up evil,While [o]his words are like (AC)scorching fire.28 A perverse person spreads strife,And a [p]slanderer separates close friends.29 A person of violence (AD)entices his neighborAnd leads him in a way that is not good.30 He who winks his eyes does so to devise perverse things;He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass.31 A (AE)gray head is a crown of glory;It (AF)is found in the way of righteousness.32 One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,And one who rules his spirit, than one who captures a city.33 The (AG)lot is cast into the lap,But its every (AH)decision is from the Lord. 4 The LORD has made everything for its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil. 3 [] Commit your works to the Lord And your plans will be established. 23The heart of the wise instructs his mouth            And adds persuasiveness to his lips. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . than d a fattened ox and hatred with it. Clear Advanced Options. We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. 9The mind of man plans his way,            But the LORD directs his steps. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. Proverbs 16 New American Standard Bible: Par Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. Proverbs 6 :: New American Standard Bible (NASB) Strong's. 3 Commit your works to the Lord And your plans will be established. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. YLT Young's Literal Translation . ? 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the LORD weighs the motives. 25There is a way which seems right to a man,            But its end is the way of death. ? Psalm 37:16 Better is the little of the righteous Than the abundance of many wicked. Help Quick Nav Advanced Options. God is sovereign over all the earth and His supreme plans and purposes will prevail. And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver. 17 c Better is a dinner of herbs where love is. Proverbs 16 - NAS: The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD . ? 10A divine decision is in the lips of the king;            His mouth should not err in judgment. 26A worker’s appetite works for him,            For his hunger urges him on. Search a pre-defined list 16 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue.. 2 All a person's ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord.. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.. 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end- even the wicked for a day of disaster. He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass. Proverbs 15:15 All the days of the afflicted are bad, But a cheerful heart has a continual feast. Ecclesiastes 4:6 15In the light of a king’s face is life,            And his favor is like a cloud with the spring rain. 12It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,            For a throne is established on righteousness. 22Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it,            But the discipline of fools is folly. Proverbs 16 Contrast The Upright And The Wicked 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the L ORD. PROVERBS 16 Parallel KJV and New American Standard Bible (NASB) < Previous: Next > KING JAMES VERSION (KJV) 1 The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Pro 16:2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the L ORD weighs the [fn] motives. 2All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight,            But the LORD weighs the motives. 3Commit your works to the LORD            And your plans will be established. To receive instruction in wise behavior, Righteousness, justice and equity; Contrast the Upright and the Wicked Better is a dry morsel and quietness with itThan a house full of feasting with strife. Cite Share Print BLB Searches. 21The wise in heart will be called understanding,            And sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness. 16How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and take your Bible knowledge to a new level this year! Copy Options. YLT Young's Literal Translation . 30He who winks his eyes does so to devise perverse things;            He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass. A person will not be established by wickedness, But the root of the righteous will not be moved. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. 7When a man’s ways are pleasing to the LORD,            He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. From the fruit of a man’s mouth he enjoys good,But the desire of t Proverbs 16:4 4 The Lord a has made everything for 1 its own purpose, Even the b wicked for the day of evil. ASV American Standard Version. NASB1995: New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 . 33The lot is cast into the lap,            But its every decision is from the LORD. We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. Proverbs 16 Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Proverbs 16:3. We’ll … The LORD works out everything for his own ends-- even the wicked for a day of disaster. Read full chapter. 19It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly            Than to divide the spoil with the proud. We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. 5Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD;            Assuredly, he will not be unpunished. 31A gray head is a crown of glory;            It is found in the way of righteousness. 6By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for,            And by the fear of the LORD one keeps away from evil. 8Better is a little with righteousness            Than great income with injustice. Proverbs 16:24New American Standard Bible (NASB) 24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. 14The fury of a king is like messengers of death,            But a wise man will appease it. Proverbs 16 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. NET New English Translation. Proverbs concerning Life and Conduct. … Proverbs 16:3 Lit Roll; Cross references. Cancel. Copy Options. On Life and Conduct Better is a poor man who walks in his integrityThan he who is perverse in speech and is a fool. 16 b Better is a little with the fear of the L ord. Footnotes. 17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;            He who watches his way preserves his life. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. RSV Revised Standard Version. New American Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1960, 1971, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Proverbs 16 - To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. Proverbs 16:22 22 Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, But the discipline of fools is folly. To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} Contrast the Upright and the Wicked A wise son accepts his father’s discipline,But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Proverbs 16 The Proverbs of Solomon. 16 There are six things which the LORD hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17 Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, 18 A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19 A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers. 20He who gives attention to the word will find good,            And blessed is he who trusts in the LORD. 18 e A hot-tempered man f stirs up strife, but he who is g slow to anger quiets contention. Font Size. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. ASV American Standard Version. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . 3 Commit your works to the LORD And your plans will be established. NET RSV ASV YLT DBY WEB HNV. 28A perverse man spreads strife,            And a slanderer separates intimate friends. 16 How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! 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