16 To humans belong the plans of the heart,
    but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue.^(A)

⁴ The Lord works out everything to its proper end^(A)—
    even the wicked for a day of disaster.^(B)

⁹ In their hearts humans plan their course,
    but the Lord establishes their steps.^(A)

³³ The lot is cast^(A) into the lap,
    but its every decision^(B) is from the Lord.^(C)

²¹ Many are the plans in a person’s heart,
    but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.^(A)

³⁰ There is no wisdom,^(A) no insight, no plan
    that can succeed against the Lord.^(B)

³¹ The horse is made ready for the day of battle,
    but victory rests with the Lord.^(C)

¹² The eyes of the Lord keep watch over knowledge,
    but he frustrates the words of the unfaithful.

27 Do not boast^(A) about tomorrow,
    for you do not know what a day may bring.^(B)

¹⁴ The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life,^(A)
    turning a person from the snares of death.^(B)