Proverbs 20:5-7

Contemporary English Version

⁵Someone's thoughts may be
as deep as the ocean,
but if you are smart,
you will discover them.

⁶There are many who say,
“You can trust me!”
But can they be trusted?
⁷Good people live right,
and God blesses the children
who follow their example.

Proverbs 20:5-7

New International Version

⁵The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,^(A)
but one who has insight draws them out.

⁶Many claim to have unfailing love,
but a faithful person who can find?^(B)

⁷The righteous lead blameless lives;^(C)
blessed are their children after them.^(D)

Contemporary English Version (CEV)

New International Version (NIV)