Proverbs 20:27-28
Proverbs 20:27-28 King James Version (KJV)
The spirit of man is the candle of the LORD, Searching all the inward parts of the belly. Mercy and truth preserve the king: And his throne is upholden by mercy.
Proverbs 20:27-28 The Message (MSG)
GOD is in charge of human life, watching and examining us inside and out. Love and truth form a good leader; sound leadership is founded on loving integrity.
Proverbs 20:27-28 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The spirit of man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching all the innermost parts of his being. Loyalty and truth preserve the king, And he upholds his throne by righteousness.
Proverbs 20:27-28 New Century Version (NCV)
The LORD looks deep inside people and searches through their thoughts. Loyalty and truth keep a king in power; he continues to rule if he is loyal.
Proverbs 20:27-28 American Standard Version (ASV)
The spirit of man is the lamp of Jehovah, Searching all his innermost parts. Kindness and truth preserve the king; And his throne is upholden by kindness.
Proverbs 20:27-28 New International Version (NIV)
The human spirit is the lamp of the LORD that sheds light on one’s inmost being. Love and faithfulness keep a king safe; through love his throne is made secure.
Proverbs 20:27-28 New King James Version (NKJV)
The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching all the inner depths of his heart. Mercy and truth preserve the king, And by lovingkindness he upholds his throne.
Proverbs 20:27-28 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The spirit (conscience) of man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching and examining all the innermost parts of his being. [1 Cor 2:11] Loyalty and mercy, truth and faithfulness, protect the king, And he upholds his throne by lovingkindness.
Proverbs 20:27-28 New Living Translation (NLT)
The LORD’s light penetrates the human spirit, exposing every hidden motive. Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.
Proverbs 20:27-28 The Passion Translation (TPT)
The spirit God breathed into man is like a living lamp, a shining light searching into the innermost chamber of our being. Good leadership is built on love and truth, for kindness and integrity are what keep leaders in their position of trust.