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

Proverbs 20:19-29

Revised Standard Version RSV

19 He who goes about gossiping reveals secrets; therefore do not associate with one who speaks foolishly.

20 If one curses his father or his mother, his lamp will be put out in utter darkness.

21 An inheritance gotten hastily in the beginning will in the end not be blessed.

22 Do not say, "I will repay evil"; wait for the LORD, and he will help you.

23 Diverse weights are an abomination to the LORD, and false scales are not good.

24 A man's steps are ordered by the LORD; how then can man understand his way?

25 It is a snare for a man to say rashly, "It is holy," and to reflect only after making his vows.

26 A wise king winnows the wicked, and drives the wheel over them.

27 The spirit of man is the lamp of the LORD, searching all his innermost parts.

28 Loyalty and faithfulness preserve the king, and his throne is upheld by righteousness.

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

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.