Proverbs 20:5-6
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
5 The purposes in the human mind are like deep water,
but the intelligent will draw them out.(A)
6 Many proclaim themselves loyal,
but who can find one worthy of trust?(B)
Proverbs 20:5-6
Common English Bible
5 Advice comes from the deep waters of the heart;
those with understanding can draw it out.
6 Many people will say that they are loyal,
but who can find a reliable person?
Proverbs 20:9
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
9 Who can say, “I have made my heart clean;
I am pure from my sin”?(A)
Proverbs 20:9
Common English Bible
9 Who can say, “I’m innocent to the core;
I’m cleansed from my sin”?
Proverbs 20:29
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
29 The glory of youths is their strength,
but the beauty of the aged is their gray hair.(A)
Proverbs 20:29
Common English Bible
29 Strength is the glory of young men;
gray hair is the splendor of old age.
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