People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart. but the resentment caused by a fool is even heavier. so you will trust in the Lord.. 20 I have written thirty sayings* 22:20 Or excellent sayings; the meaning of the Hebrew is uncertain. 5 Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity,    but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. Proverbs 21. 6 Wealth created by a lying tongue    is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.[a]. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. Commentary. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. Proverbs 21:3New Living Translation (NLT) 3 The Lordis more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices. Bible Language English. At times the book of Proverbs is very direct and earthy (cf. Proverbs 21:15 Parallel. 5 Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity,    but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. 1 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord; he guides it wherever he pleases. Bible Language English. comes to rest in the company of the dead. 12 The Righteous One[b] knows what is going on in the homes of the wicked;    he will bring disaster on them. 25 Despite their desires, the lazy will come to ruin,    for their hands refuse to work. Proverbs 22:17-21, NLT. (P), 17 Whoever loves pleasure will become poor;    whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.(Q). 4 Haughty eyes(D) and a proud heart—    the unplowed field of the wicked—produce sin. 25 Despite their desires, the lazy will come to ruin,    for their hands refuse to work. 21:20 The wise - Wise men lay up desirable treasures for their own use, and for their families. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. 28 A false witness will be cut off,    but a credible witness will be allowed to speak. Proverbs 27:1-27, NLT. and level the fortress in which they trust. 1 Don’t brag about tomorrow,. 31 The horse is prepared for the day of battle,    but the victory belongs to the Lord. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 10 Evil people desire evil;    their neighbors get no mercy from them. (AG), 30 There is no wisdom,(AH) no insight, no plan    that can succeed against the Lord. 21 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord;    he guides it wherever he pleases. those who love wine and luxury will never be rich. Proverbs 21:20 NLT - The wise have wealth and… | Biblia. Library. 21 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord;    he guides it wherever he pleases. 3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices. 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart. than with a quarrelsome, complaining wife. 15 Justice is a joy to the godly,    but it terrifies evildoers. 24 Mockers are proud and haughty;    they act with boundless arrogance. and treasure my commands. The Lord directs it toward all those who please him. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. 29 The wicked bluff their way through,    but the virtuous think before they act. 12 The Righteous One. The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. (N), 15 When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous    but terror to evildoers. 17 Listen to the words of the wise;. Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. This feature is not available right now. Proverbs 21 - nlt. 3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just    than when we offer him sacrifices. the unplowed field of the wicked—produce sin. Proverbs 21:20 Parallel. Haughty eyes, a proud heart, and evil actions are all sin. 8 The guilty walk a crooked path;    the innocent travel a straight road. 16 The person who strays from common sense    will end up in the company of the dead. 2 People may be right in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their heart. A treasure to be desired, and oil, Is in the habitation of the wise, And a foolish man swalloweth it up. 25 The craving of a sluggard will be the death of him,(Z)    because his hands refuse to work.26 All day long he craves for more,    but the righteous(AA) give without sparing. by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge. but a careful listener will testify successfully. 29 The wicked put up a bold front,    but the upright give thought to their ways. 23 Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut,    and you will stay out of trouble. To reject the law is to praise the wicked; to obey the law is to fight them. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? 3 Cry out for insight,. how much more so when brought with evil intent! will be ignored in their own time of need. 26 Some people are always greedy for more,    but the godly love to give! (AI), 31 The horse is made ready for the day of battle,    but victory rests with the Lord.(AJ). The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD; he directs it like a watercourse wherever he pleases. Proverbs 21:15 Justice is a joy to the godly, but it terrifies evildoers. The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. The Value of Proverbs. All the day desiring he hath desired, And the righteous giveth … 21 Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love    will find life, righteousness, and honor. It is joy to the righteous to do justice; but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. Trusting in the LordMy child,#:1 Hebrew My son; also in 3:11, 21. never forget the things I have taught you.Store my commands in your heart.If you do this, you will live many years,and your life will The LORD is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices. You can make many plans, but the LORD’s purpose will prevail. 21 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord; he guides it wherever he pleases. Proverbs 18:21 Parallel Commentaries 4 Search for them as you would for silver;. and concentrate on understanding. 18 The wicked are punished in place of the godly,    and traitors in place of the honest. 11 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom;    by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge. he guides it wherever he pleases. 22 The wise conquer the city of the strong    and level the fortress in which they trust. Please try again later. since you don’t know what the day will bring. NLT Thinline Reference Bible, Filament Enabled Edition--soft leather-look, rustic brown, Contemporary Comparative Side-by-Side Bible (NIV, NKJV, NLT, THE Message), NLT Life Application Large-Print Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, teal, NLT Chronological Life Application Study Bible, Hardcover, My First Hands-on Bible--soft leather-look, pretty pink, NLT Life Application Large-Print Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, teal (indexed). 17 Those who love pleasure become poor;    those who love wine and luxury will never be rich. Pro 21:13: Those who shut their ears to the cries of the poor will be ignored in their own time of need. (O), 16 Whoever strays from the path of prudence    comes to rest in the company of the dead. 2People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart. Some Hebrew manuscripts, Septuagint and Vulgate; most Hebrew manuscripts. All rights reserved. and pull down the stronghold in which they trust. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} than with a quarrelsome and nagging wife. There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don't withhold. and evil actions are all sin. 10 The wicked crave evil;    their neighbors get no mercy from them. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. 3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just    than when we offer him sacrifices. 28 A false witness(AE) will perish,(AF)    but a careful listener will testify successfully. 14 A secret gift calms anger;    a bribe under the table pacifies fury. Proverbs 21 New Living Translation (NLT) 21 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord; he guides it wherever he pleases. Proverbs 27. 14 A secret gift calms anger; a bribe under the table pacifies fury. 4 Haughty eyes, a proud heart,    and evil actions are all sin. 10 Evil people desire evil;    their neighbors get no mercy from them. but a credible witness will be allowed to speak. Proverbs 21. This is the nature of wisdom literature as it seeks pedagogically effective ways to illumine life situations and to guide the unwise (or not yet wise) into wise choices concerning how to shape their lives as members of the human community that lives under the scrutiny and the providential rule and care of the Creator (see essay, p. … 30 No human wisdom or understanding or plan    can stand against the Lord. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} 4 Haughty eyes, a proud heart, and evil actions are all sin. 6 Wealth created by a lying tongue    is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.[a]. and a bribe concealed in the cloak pacifies great wrath. that he channels toward all who please him. 15 Justice is a joy to the godly,    but it terrifies evildoers. Proverbs 21:1-31, NLT. A person mi 27 The sacrifice of an evil person is detestable,    especially when it is offered with wrong motives. 9 It’s better to live alone in the corner of an attic    than with a quarrelsome wife in a lovely home. Version. 11 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded become wise;    if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 20 The wise have wealth and luxury,    but fools spend whatever they get. Sayings of the Wise. 22 The wise conquer the city of the strong    and level the fortress in which they trust. Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble. In the Lord’s hand the king’s heart is like a stream of water. and always ready on your lips. 28 A false witness will be cut off,    but a credible witness will be allowed to speak. and ask for understanding. 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the L ORD examines their heart. Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor. especially when it is offered with wrong motives. 21 In the Lord’s hand the king’s heart is a stream of water    that he channels toward all who please him. (M), 14 A gift given in secret soothes anger,    and a bribe concealed in the cloak pacifies great wrath. The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord;He turns it wherever He wishes.Every man’s way is right in hi 24 The proud and arrogant person(Y)—“Mocker” is his name—    behaves with insolent fury. will find life, righteousness, and honor. 9 Better to live on a corner of the roof    than share a house with a quarrelsome wife.(I). 27 The sacrifice of an evil person is detestable,    especially when it is offered with wrong motives. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. 13 Those who shut their ears to the cries of the poor. 2 Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise. 21 Whoever pursues righteousness and love    finds life, prosperity[c](T) and honor.(U). The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. All rights reserved worldwide. 23 Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut,    and you will stay out of trouble. (A), 2 A person may think their own ways are right,    but the Lord weighs the heart. 26 Some people are always greedy for more,    but the godly love to give! 6 A fortune made by a lying tongue    is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare.[a](F). Proverbs 2:1-22, NLT. 1 My child,* 2:1 Hebrew My son. 2 Let someone else praise you, not your own mouth—. The wise have wealth and luxury, but fools spend whatever they get. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about. than with a quarrelsome, complaining wife. People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart. Pro 21:14: A secret gift calms anger; a bribe under the table pacifies fury. 13 Those who shut their ears to the cries of the poor    will be ignored in their own time of need. 5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit(E)    as surely as haste leads to poverty. 3 Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair. will be ignored in their own time of need. 7 The violence of the wicked sweeps them away,    because they refuse to do what is just. 6:6; 21:9; 25:16; 26:3). Lovest - That love much talking. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability. Sign up here! Version. 16 The person who strays from common sense    will end up in the company of the dead. but the conduct of the innocent is upright. 19 It’s better to live alone in the desert    than with a quarrelsome, complaining wife. 19 I am teaching you today—yes, you—. 4 Haughty eyes, a proud heart,    and evil actions are all sin. (J), 12 The Righteous One[b] takes note of the house of the wicked    and brings the wicked to ruin. NLT 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart. New Living Translation (NLT). 2 People may be right in their own eyes,. 1The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. 1 The king's heart is like a stream of water directed by the L ORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. 18 The wicked are punished in place of the godly,    and traitors in place of the honest. 23 Those who guard their mouths(W) and their tongues    keep themselves from calamity.(X). will be ignored in their own time of need. for you, Proverbs 21:15 Parallel Commentaries. A poor person who oppresses the poor is like a pounding rain that destroys the crops. 29 The wicked bluff their way through,    but the virtuous think before they act. 11 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded become wise;    if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser. than with a quarrelsome wife in a lovely home. 4 Haughty eyes, a proud heart,. 13 Those who shut their ears to the cries of the poor    will be ignored in their own time of need. The Benefits of Wisdom. 30 No human wisdom or understanding or plan    can stand against the Lord. 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart. Cancel. 19 It’s better to live alone in the desert    than with a quarrelsome, complaining wife. The Heavenly Footman; Or, a Description of the Man that Gets to Heaven: TOGETHER WITH THE WAY HE RUNS IN, THE MARKS HE GOES BY; … if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 7 The violence of the wicked will drag them away,(G)    for they refuse to do what is right. apply your heart to my instruction. 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart. 8 The guilty walk a crooked path;    the innocent travel a straight road. listen to what I say,. A. than with a quarrelsome wife in a lovely home. 8 The way of the guilty is devious,(H)    but the conduct of the innocent is upright. 18 The wicked become a ransom(R) for the righteous,    and the unfaithful for the upright. 18 For it is good to keep these sayings in your heart. NLT 1 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD ; he guides it wherever he pleases. To do justice is joy to the righteous, But ruin to workers of iniquity. The wise have wealth and luxury, but fools spend whatever they get. NLT: New Living Translation . (B), 3 To do what is right and just    is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.(C). 21 Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love    will find life, righteousness, and honor. especially when it is offered with wrong motives. 3 A stone is heavy and sand is weighty,. seek them like hidden treasures. The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. 2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart. but a credible witness will be allowed to speak. NLT: New Living Translation . 18:21 Death and life - Are brought upon men by, the good or bad use of their tongues. Wealth created by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap. Proverbs 21:21New Living Translation (NLT) 21 Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor. 3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what … Pro 21:16: The person who strays from common sense will end up in the company of the dead. Cancel. Proverbs 21:5-7 NLT - Good planning and hard work lead to - Bible Gateway. will find life, righteousness, and honor. Pro 21:15: Justice is a joy to the godly, but it terrifies evildoers. 12 The Righteous One[b] knows what is going on in the homes of the wicked;    he will bring disaster on them. 3 The L ORD is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices. 1 1 These are the proverbs of Solomon, David's son, king of Israel. if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser. New Living Translation; Proverbs 21 Proverbs 21. and level the fortress in which they trust. Proverbs 2. 14 A secret gift calms anger;    a bribe under the table pacifies fury. The Purpose of ProverbsThese are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel.Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline,to help them understand the insights of the wise.Thei Wesley's Notes on the Bible. | New Living Translation (NLT) | Download The Bible App Now. Young's Literal Translation. When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. a stranger, not your own lips. 7 The violence of the wicked sweeps them away,    because they refuse to do what is just. Commentary. Proverbs 21:2 NLT. but the upright give thought to their ways. Proverbs 21 New Living Translation << Proverbs 20 | Proverbs 21 | Proverbs 22 >> 21 1 The king's heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord; he guides it wherever he pleases. than when we offer him sacrifices. 24 Mockers are proud and haughty;    they act with boundless arrogance. Young's Literal Translation. 17 Those who love pleasure become poor;    those who love wine and luxury will never be rich. 1 The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord;. 20 The wise store up choice food and olive oil,    but fools gulp theirs down. (AB), 27 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable(AC)—    how much more so when brought with evil intent!(AD). # 21:12 Or The righteous man. All rights reserved. (K), 13 Whoever shuts their ears to the cry of the poor    will also cry out(L) and not be answered. NIV 1 In the LORD’s hand the king’s heart is a stream of water that he channels toward all who please him. 9 It’s better to live alone in the corner of an attic    than with a quarrelsome wife in a lovely home. than share a house with a quarrelsome wife. 2 Tune your ears to wisdom,. those who love wine and luxury will never be rich. knows what is going on in the homes of the wicked; he will bring disaster on them. 19 Better to live in a desert    than with a quarrelsome and nagging wife.(S). Proverbs 21:21 NLT. 31 The horse is prepared for the day of battle,    but the victory belongs to the Lord. whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich. 22 One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty(V)    and pull down the stronghold in which they trust. 2 People may be right in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their heart. 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