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
International Standard Version
5 The intentions of a person’s heart are deep waters,
but a discerning person reveals them.
6 Many claim “I’m a loyal person!”[a]
but who can find someone who truly is?
Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:6 Lit. claim to be people of gracious love
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
International Standard Version
9 Who can say, “My intentions are pure;
I am clean from any 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
International Standard Version
29 The glory of young men is their strength;
and the splendor of elders is their gray hair.
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