Proverbs 3:32

32 For the LORD detests the perverse but takes the upright into his confidence.

Proverbs 3:32 in Other Translations

KJV
32 For the froward is abomination to the LORD: but his secret is with the righteous.
ESV
32 for the devious person is an abomination to the LORD, but the upright are in his confidence.
NLT
32 Such wicked people are detestable to the LORD, but he offers his friendship to the godly.
MSG
32 "Why not?" you say. Because God can't stand twisted souls. It's the straightforward who get his respect.
CSB
32 for the devious are detestable to the Lord, but He is a friend to the upright.

Proverbs 3:32 In-Context

30 Do not accuse anyone for no reason— when they have done you no harm.
31 Do not envy the violent or choose any of their ways.
32 For the LORD detests the perverse but takes the upright into his confidence.
33 The LORD’s curse is on the house of the wicked, but he blesses the home of the righteous.
34 He mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Psalms 101:4; Proverbs 11:20
  • 2. S Job 29:4; Psalms 25:14
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