Parallel Bible results for "Proverbs 16:1-6"

Proverbs 16:1-6

1 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.

1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue.

2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the spirits.

2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD.

3 Commit your works to the Lord, And your thoughts will be established.

3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.

4 The Lord has made all for Himself, Yes, even the wicked for the day of doom.

4 The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.

5 Everyone proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord; Though they join forces, none will go unpunished.

5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.

6 In mercy and truth Atonement is provided for iniquity; And by the fear of the Lord one departs from evil.

6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.