Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall. Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. All a man's ways seem innocent to him, but motives are weighed by the LORD. w. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. (Z), 17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;    those who guard their ways preserve their lives. Proverbs 16:1 Parallel. In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps. 3 A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the backs of fools! ESV 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. 26 The appetite of laborers works for them;    their hunger drives them on. sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. New International Version Proverbs 16 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. (E), 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end(F)—    even the wicked for a day of disaster. The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster. one with self-control than one who takes a city. An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the NIV Study Bible and the NKJV MacArthur Study Bible - is just a step away! Proud member x. A fool spurns a parent’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence. To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. (AF), 21 The wise in heart are called discerning,    and gracious words promote instruction.[b](AG). Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. Proverbs 16 King James Version (KJV) 16 The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord. 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Proverbs 16 :: New International Version (NIV) To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the L ORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. t. 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, u. but motives are weighed v by the Lord. it is attained in the way of righteousness. Proverbs 16 New International Version 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. (G), 5 The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Commentary. Proverbs 16:11 Parallel. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. (P), 10 The lips of a king speak as an oracle,    and his mouth does not betray justice. (M), 8 Better a little with righteousness    than much gain(N) with injustice. Proverbs 16. A scoundrel plots evil, and on their lips it is like a scorching fire. Of man [are] arrangements of the heart, And from Jehovah an answer of the tongue. (I), 6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;    through the fear of the Lord(J) evil is avoided. Commit to the L ORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. Saying 22 The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength. (AR), 29 A violent person entices their neighbor    and leads them down a path that is not good.(AS). 20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](AE)    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord. 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver! 1. Proverbs 30:12 There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness. (X), 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,    to get insight(Y) rather than silver! NIV 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord. 2. In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps. Scripture quoted by permission. Proverbs 16 NIV Parallel NLT [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT HEB] New International Version: New Living Translation: 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. Saying 20 Do not envy the wicked, do not desire their company; for their hearts plot violence, and their lips talk about making trouble. NIV®. Proverbs 16 NIV;MSG - To humans belong the plans of the - Bible Gateway. Proverbs 16:16-17 New International Version (NIV) 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver! Proverbs 16:25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. x 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end y — even the wicked for a day of disaster. There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death. and leads them down a path that is not good. The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD. 1 We can make our own plans, but the LORD gives the right answer. 2:13 ; Ps. Proverbs 16:16 : Ps 49:20. Proverbs 16:3Open menuNew International VersionOpen menu. Saying 21 By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures. 17 The highway of the upright avoids evil; … The appetite of laborers works for them; their hunger drives them on. 2 All a person's ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord. Proverbs 26. NIV 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Article Images Copyright © 2021 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. New International Version (NIV). (A), 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them,(B)    but motives are weighed(C) by the Lord. Proverbs 16:1–2 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord. A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends. (R), 12 Kings detest wrongdoing,    for a throne is established through righteousness. ( B) Read full chapter. A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but the wise will appease it. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. 6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the L ORD evil is avoided. (, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. 16 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided. How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver! 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. 21 The wise in heart are called discerning, and gracious words promote instruction. ( A) rather than silver! See How They All Connect. 3. NIV 3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. 10:17 . Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice. Q) 11 Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord; all the weights in the bag are of his making. 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver! 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end y — even the wicked for a day of disaster. 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; bu Proverbs 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD ponders the hearts. 17 The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. 16 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. P) 10 The lips of a king speak as an oracle, and his mouth does not betray justice.(. they value the one who speaks what is right. Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. NIV, Storyline Bible, Comfort Print: Each Story Plays a Part. Proverbs 16. The lips of a king speak as an oracle, and his mouth does not betray justice. (AP), 28 A perverse person stirs up conflict,(AQ)    and a gossip separates close friends. The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly. 17 The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives. Honest scales and balances belong to the LORD; all the weights in the bag are of his making. When the LORD takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them. 16 To humans belong the plans of the heart, . 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster. 2 Like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest. 15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. The LORD detests all the proud of heart. 7 When the L ORD takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Proverbs 16. Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent, but folly brings punishment to fools. Whoever winks with their eye is plotting perversity; whoever purses their lips is bent on evil. (H)    Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Salem Media Group. but the wise will appease it. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. The wise in heart are called discerning, and gracious words promote instruction. Proverbs 16. 33 The lot is cast(AV) into the lap,    but its every decision(AW) is from the Lord.(AX). (AL), 25 There is a way that appears to be right,(AM)    but in the end it leads to death.(AN). (T), 14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death,(U)    but the wise will appease it. Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value the one who speaks what is right. (K), 7 When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way,    he causes their enemies to make peace(L) with them. The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives. and he will establish your plans. of Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. 22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,(AH)    but folly brings punishment to fools. (AA), 18 Pride(AB) goes before destruction,    a haughty spirit(AC) before a fall.(AD). Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. and on their lips it is like a scorching fire. but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. NIV 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. whoever purses their lips is bent on evil. 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster. Commentary . 9 In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.(. The preparations of the heart in man - The Hebrew is לאדם מערכי לב leadam maarchey leb, which is, literally, "To man are the dispositions of the heart; but from the Lord is the answer of the tongue." Update. All rights reserved. w. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit. 2 All a person's ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness. Cross references. his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. all the weights in the bag are of his making. Proverbs 16:24 in all English translations Bible Gateway Recommends NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture All rights reserved worldwide. (D), 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do,    and he will establish your plans. NIV 3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. 3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, And Jehovah is pondering the spirits. 31 Gray hair is a crown of splendor;(AU)    it is attained in the way of righteousness. 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs … Clarke's Commentary on the Bible. Proverbs 17 Chapter 16 Verse 1 As we read this, it teaches us a great truth, that we are not sufficient of ourselves to think or speak any thing of ourselves that is wise and good, but that all our sufficiency is of God, who is with the heart and with the mouth, and works in us both to will and to do, Phil. A violent person entices their neighbor and leads them down a path that is not good. 18 Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 16 NKJV Parallel NIV [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT HEB] New King James Version: New International Version: 1 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. 5 The L ORD detests all the proud of heart. ESV 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirit. 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. (S), 13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips;    they value the one who speaks what is right. (. those who guard their ways preserve their lives. (O), 9 In their hearts humans plan their course,    but the Lord establishes their steps. The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction. Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud. 23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,(AI)    and their lips promote instruction. z Proverbs 16 ESV Parallel NIV [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT HEB] English Standard Version: New International Version: 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers. Purpose and Theme The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction;for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,doing wh All rights reserved worldwide. 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight. Try it free for 30 days. Man proposes his wishes; but God answers as he thinks proper. (Q), 11 Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord;    all the weights in the bag are of his making. Proverbs 16 New International Version (NIV) 16 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good. 4 The Lord works out everything to its proper end- even the wicked for a day of disaster. 22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent, but folly brings punishment to fools. 30 Whoever winks(AT) with their eye is plotting perversity;    whoever purses their lips is bent on evil. NIV 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by … # 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive. t. 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, u but motives are weighed v by the Lord. 2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. Try it free for 30 days. All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. 23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction. To man belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the reply of the tongue. Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness. 32 Better a patient person than a warrior,    one with self-control than one who takes a city. for a throne is established through righteousness. 16 To humans belong the plans of the heart,    but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD. 19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed    than to share plunder with the proud. NIV 1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue. [c](AJ), 24 Gracious words are a honeycomb,(AK)    sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 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