We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. 17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;            He who watches his way preserves his life. YLT Young's Literal Translation . Proverbs 16:4 4 The Lord a has made everything for 1 its own purpose, Even the b wicked for the day of evil. Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and take your Bible knowledge to a new level this year! ? Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. ASV American Standard Version. 15In the light of a king’s face is life,            And his favor is like a cloud with the spring rain. From the fruit of a man’s mouth he enjoys good,But the desire of t Clear Advanced Options. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. God is sovereign over all the earth and His supreme plans and purposes will prevail. Proverbs concerning Life and Conduct. 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. Cite Share Print BLB Searches. The name of Yahweh as Giver, Guide, Ruler, or Judge, meets us in each of them. 3 Commit your works to the Lord And your plans will be established. Proverbs concerning Life and Conduct. 9The mind of man plans his way,            But the LORD directs his steps. 3Commit your works to the LORD            And your plans will be established. 27A worthless man digs up evil,            While his words are like scorching fire. Similitudes and Instructions - These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transcribed. 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. 20He who gives attention to the word will find good,            And blessed is he who trusts in the LORD. Search a pre-defined list Proverbs 15:15 All the days of the afflicted are bad, But a cheerful heart has a continual feast. Proverbs 16 New American Standard Bible (NASB) Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 16 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. Copy Options. 28A perverse man spreads strife,            And a slanderer separates intimate friends. Proverbs 16 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. We’ll … Proverbs 16:3. Red Letter. A good person will obtain favor from the LORD, But He will condemn a person who devises evil. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. Verse. 5Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD;            Assuredly, he will not be unpunished. than d a fattened ox and hatred with it. 3 [] Commit your works to the Lord And your plans will be established. ? RSV Revised Standard Version. All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the spirits. All rights reserved. 16 b Better is a little with the fear of the L ord. Help Quick Nav Advanced Options. than great treasure and trouble with it. 4The LORD has made everything for its own purpose,            Even the wicked for the day of evil. Pro 16:2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the L ORD weighs the [fn] motives. We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass. 4 The Lord has made everything for [] its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil. 25There is a way which seems right to a man,            But its end is the way of death. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the LORD weighs the motives. 16 1 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.. 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the spirits.. 3 Commit your works to the Lord, And your thoughts will be established.. 4 The Lord has made all for Himself, Yes, even the wicked for the day of doom. Proverbs 6 :: New American Standard Bible (NASB) Strong's. 13Righteous lips are the delight of kings,            And he who speaks right is loved. Proverbs 16:8 Better is a little with righteousness Than great income with injustice. 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 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. 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. ... 16, Jesus faith love) NASB. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. As the heavens for height and the earth for depth, So the heart of kings is unsearchable. 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. 23The heart of the wise instructs his mouth            And adds persuasiveness to his lips. Proverbs 16New American Standard Bible 1995 (NASB1995) Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 16 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Proverbs 16 New American Standard Bible (NASB) Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 16 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Contrast the Upright and the Wicked Better is a dry morsel and quietness with itThan a house full of feasting with strife. DBY Darby Translation. To receive instruction in wise behavior, Righteousness, justice and equity; Proverbs 16:1. Footnotes. 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. 26A worker’s appetite works for him,            For his hunger urges him on. NET New English Translation. Contrast of the Upright and the Wicked - One who loves discipline loves knowledge, But one who hates rebuke is stupid. 22Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it,            But the discipline of fools is folly. Cancel. YLT Young's Literal Translation . Read full chapter. Proverbs 16:4New American Standard Bible (NASB) 4 The Lordhas made everything for [a]its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil. Ecclesiastes 4:6 NASB1995: New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 . Better, The plans of the heart belong to man, but … New American Standard Bible Update. 24Pleasant words are a honeycomb,            Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 18Pride goes before destruction,            And a haughty spirit before stumbling. Psalm 37:16 Better is the little of the righteous Than the abundance of many wicked. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, 16How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! 33The lot is cast into the lap,            But its every decision is from the LORD. 8Better is a little with righteousness            Than great income with injustice. 14The fury of a king is like messengers of death,            But a wise man will appease it. However from the beginning of creation, man was given a free-will, and we read in this verse that, "the plans of the heart belong to man." Bible Language English. Proverbs 16:26 26 A worker’s appetite works for him, For his 1 hunger urges him on. Contrast the Upright and the Wicked A wise son accepts his father’s discipline,But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. 30He who winks his eyes does so to devise perverse things;            He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass. ? 29A man of violence entices his neighbor            And leads him in a way that is not good. 18 e A hot-tempered man f stirs up strife, but he who is g slow to anger quiets contention. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the LORD weighs the motives. And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver. Listen to the Bible. 2All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight,            But the LORD weighs the motives. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, But the LORD weighs the motives. Version. Font Size. 7When a man’s ways are pleasing to the LORD,            He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. ? A servant who acts wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully,And will Proverbs 16:1(NASB) Verse Thoughts. The LORD works out everything for his own ends-- even the wicked for a day of disaster. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . Proverbs 16 The Proverbs of Solomon. Proverbs 11:16 NASB1995. And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver. 10A divine decision is in the lips of the king;            His mouth should not err in judgment. Proverbs 16:18 18 a Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before stumbling. And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver. NET New English Translation. 6By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for,            And by the fear of the LORD one keeps away from evil. 32He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,            And he who rules his spirit, than he who captures a city. 11A just balance and scales belong to the LORD;            All the weights of the bag are His concern. ... NASB New American Standard Bible. Read verse in New King James Version Copy Options. Proverbs 16:3 Lit Roll; Cross references. 4 The LORD has made everything for its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil. NASB 1995 Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, Calif. All rights reserved. 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 16:9 9 The mind of a man plans his way, But b the Lord directs his steps. The proverbs in Proverbs 16:1-7 have, more than any other group, an especially religious character impressed upon them. NASB, Classic Reference Bible, Red Letter Edition: The Perfect Choice for Word-for-Word Study of the Bible, NASB, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Daily Bible, Paperback: Holy Bible, New American Standard Bible, NASB, Thinline Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition, 1995 Text, Comfort Print, NASB, Thinline Bible, Red Letter Edition, 1995 Text, Comfort Print, NASB, Single-Column Reference Bible, Wide Margin, 1995 Text, Comfort Print, NASB, Super Giant Print Reference Bible, Red Letter Edition, 1995 Text, Comfort Print. Proverbs 16:24New American Standard Bible (NASB) 24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. ASV American Standard Version. Proverbs 16:22 22 Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, But the discipline of fools is folly. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. 19It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly            Than to divide the spoil with the proud. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. ? New American Standard Bible (NASB). For Permission to Quote Information visit. RVR60 VUL WLC LXX mGNT TR . 16 How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! RSV Revised Standard Version. It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter. Read more Share Copy Show footnotes A service of Faithlife / Logos Bible Software . NET RSV ASV YLT DBY WEB HNV. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} … Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. But the discipline of fools is foolishness. 12It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,            For a throne is established on righteousness. And one who rules his spirit, than one who captures a city. Proverbs 16 - To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. Sign up for the Verse of the Day. 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. 31A gray head is a crown of glory;            It is found in the way of righteousness. Get beautiful Bible art delivered to your inbox. Paragraph. 21The wise in heart will be called understanding,            And sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness. New American Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1960, 1971, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. 3 Commit your works to the LORD And your plans will be established. A person will not be established by wickedness, But the root of the righteous will not be moved. Search the Bible ... NASB New American Standard Bible. Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge,And he who hurries his fo To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. We’ll send you a new verse every day to download or share. 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