Proverbs 21:1-3,21,23,30-31
Proverbs 21:1-3 The Message (MSG)
Good leadership is a channel of water controlled by GOD; he directs it to whatever ends he chooses. We justify our actions by appearances; GOD examines our motives. Clean living before God and justice with our neighbors mean far more to GOD than religious performance.
Proverbs 21:21 The Message (MSG)
Whoever goes hunting for what is right and kind finds life itself—glorious life!
Proverbs 21:23 The Message (MSG)
Watch your words and hold your tongue; you’ll save yourself a lot of grief.
Proverbs 21:30-31 The Message (MSG)
Nothing clever, nothing conceived, nothing contrived, can get the better of GOD. Do your best, prepare for the worst— then trust GOD to bring victory.
Proverbs 21:1-3 King James Version (KJV)
The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, As the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: But the LORD pondereth the hearts. To do justice and judgment Is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 King James Version (KJV)
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy Findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
Proverbs 21:23 King James Version (KJV)
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue Keepeth his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:30-31 King James Version (KJV)
There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against the LORD. The horse is prepared against the day of battle: But safety is of the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the LORD; He turns it wherever He wishes. Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts. To do righteousness and justice Is desired by the LORD more than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who pursues righteousness and loyalty Finds life, righteousness and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who guards his mouth and his tongue, Guards his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:30-31 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
There is no wisdom and no understanding And no counsel against the LORD. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But victory belongs to the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 New Century Version (NCV)
The LORD can control a king’s mind as he controls a river; he can direct it as he pleases. You may believe you are doing right, but the LORD judges your reasons. Doing what is right and fair is more important to the LORD than sacrifices.
Proverbs 21:21 New Century Version (NCV)
Whoever tries to live right and be loyal finds life, success, and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 New Century Version (NCV)
Those who are careful about what they say keep themselves out of trouble.
Proverbs 21:30-31 New Century Version (NCV)
There is no wisdom, understanding, or advice that can succeed against the LORD. You can get the horses ready for battle, but it is the LORD who gives the victory.
Proverbs 21:1-3 American Standard Version (ASV)
The king’s heart is in the hand of Jehovah as the watercourses: He turneth it whithersoever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; But Jehovah weigheth the hearts. To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to Jehovah than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 American Standard Version (ASV)
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue Keepeth his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:30-31 American Standard Version (ASV)
There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against Jehovah. The horse is prepared against the day of battle; But victory is of Jehovah.
Proverbs 21:1-3 New International Version (NIV)
In the LORD’s hand the king’s heart is a stream of water that he channels toward all who please him. A person may think their own ways are right, but the LORD weighs the heart. To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 New International Version (NIV)
Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 New International Version (NIV)
Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity.
Proverbs 21:30-31 New International Version (NIV)
There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD. The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 New King James Version (NKJV)
The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD, Like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts. To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 New King James Version (NKJV)
Whoever guards his mouth and tongue Keeps his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:30-31 New King James Version (NKJV)
There is no wisdom or understanding Or counsel against the LORD. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But deliverance is of the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the LORD; He turns it whichever way He wishes. [Ex 10:1, 2; Ezra 6:22] Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs and examines the hearts [of people and their motives]. [Prov 24:12; Luke 16:15] To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice [for wrongs repeatedly committed]. [1 Sam 15:22; Prov 15:8; Is 1:11; Hos 6:6; Mic 6:7, 8]
Proverbs 21:21 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who earnestly seeks righteousness and loyalty Finds life, righteousness, and honor. [Prov 15:9; Matt 5:6]
Proverbs 21:23 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who guards his mouth and his tongue Guards himself from troubles. [Prov 12:13; 13:3; 18:21; James 3:2]
Proverbs 21:30-31 Amplified Bible (AMP)
There is no [human] wisdom or understanding Or counsel [that can prevail] against the LORD. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But deliverance and victory belong to the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 New Living Translation (NLT)
The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the LORD; he guides it wherever he pleases. People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart. The LORD is more pleased when we do what is right and just than when we offer him sacrifices.
Proverbs 21:21 New Living Translation (NLT)
Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 New Living Translation (NLT)
Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.
Proverbs 21:30-31 New Living Translation (NLT)
No human wisdom or understanding or plan can stand against the LORD. The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the LORD.
Proverbs 21:1-3 The Passion Translation (TPT)
It’s as easy for God to steer a king’s heart for his purposes as it is for him to direct the course of a stream. We may think we’re right all the time, but God thoroughly examines our motives. It pleases God more when we demonstrate godliness and justice than when we merely offer him a sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 The Passion Translation (TPT)
The lovers of God who chase after righteousness will find all their dreams come true: an abundant life drenched with favor and a fountain that overflows with satisfaction.
Proverbs 21:23 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Watch your words and be careful what you say, and you’ll be surprised by how few troubles you’ll have.
Proverbs 21:30-31 The Passion Translation (TPT)
All your brilliant wisdom and clever insight will be of no help at all if the Lord is against you. You can do your best to prepare for the battle, but ultimate victory comes from the Lord God.
Proverbs 21:1-3 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD; he turns it wherever he will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart. To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:21 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:23 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
