Parallel Bible results for "Proverbs 20:19-29"

Proverbs 20:19-29

New Living Translation NLT

19 A gossip goes around telling secrets, so don’t hang around with chatterers.

20 If you insult your father or mother, your light will be snuffed out in total darkness.

21 An inheritance obtained too early in life is not a blessing in the end.

22 Don’t say, “I will get even for this wrong.” Wait for the LORD to handle the matter.

23 The LORD detests double standards; he is not pleased by dishonest scales.

24 The LORD directs our steps, so why try to understand everything along the way?

25 Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God and only later counting the cost.

26 A wise king scatters the wicked like wheat, then runs his threshing wheel over them.

27 The LORD ’s light penetrates the human spirit, exposing every hidden motive.

28 Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.

29 The glory of the young is their strength; the gray hair of experience is the splendor of the old.

New International Version NIV

19 A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much.

20 If someone curses their father or mother, their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.

21 An inheritance claimed too soon will not be blessed at the end.

22 Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!” Wait for the LORD, and he will avenge you.

23 The LORD detests differing weights, and dishonest scales do not please him.

24 A person’s steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand their own way?

25 It is a trap to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider one’s vows.

26 A wise king winnows out the wicked; he drives the threshing wheel over them.

27 The human spirit is the lamp of the LORD that sheds light on one’s inmost being.

28 Love and faithfulness keep a king safe; through love his throne is made secure.

29 The glory of young men is their strength, gray hair the splendor of the old.