Proverbs 16:4-5
Modern English Version
4 The Lord has made all things for Himself,
yes, even the wicked for the day of evil.
5 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord;
be assured, he will not be unpunished.
Proverbs 16:4-5
New King James Version
5 (C)Everyone proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord;
Though they join [b]forces, none will go unpunished.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:4 Lit. evil
- Proverbs 16:5 Lit. hand to hand
Proverbs 16:17
Modern English Version
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;
he who keeps his way preserves his soul.
Proverbs 16:17
New King James Version
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;
He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
Proverbs 16:20
Modern English Version
20 He who handles a matter wisely will find good,
and whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he.
Proverbs 16:20
New King James Version
20 He who heeds the word wisely will find good,
And whoever (A)trusts in the Lord, happy is he.
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