Proverbs 16:7

7 When the LORD takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them.

Proverbs 16:7 in Other Translations

KJV
7 When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
ESV
7 When a man's ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
NLT
7 When people’s lives please the LORD, even their enemies are at peace with them.
MSG
7 When God approves of your life, even your enemies will end up shaking your hand.
CSB
7 When a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Proverbs 16:7 In-Context

5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.
6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.
7 When the LORD takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them.
8 Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice.
9 In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Genesis 39:21
  • 2. Psalms 105:15; Jeremiah 39:12; Jeremiah 40:1; Jeremiah 42:12; Daniel 1:9
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