Proverbs 16:4-5
World English Bible
4 Yahweh has made everything for its own end—
yes, even the wicked for the day of evil.
5 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh:
they shall certainly not be unpunished.
Proverbs 16:4-5
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
4 The Lord has made everything for its purpose,
even the wicked for the day of trouble.(A)
5 All those who are arrogant are an abomination to the Lord;
be assured, they will not go unpunished.(B)
Proverbs 16:17
World English Bible
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil.
He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
Proverbs 16:17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;
those who guard their way preserve their lives.
Proverbs 16:20
World English Bible
20 He who heeds the Word finds prosperity.
Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.
Proverbs 16:20
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
20 Those who are attentive to a matter will prosper,
and happy are those who trust in the Lord.(A)
by Public Domain. The name "World English Bible" is trademarked.
New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition. Copyright © 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.