Proverbs 21:2-4,12,15,21,28
Proverbs 21:2-4 The Message (MSG)
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. Arrogance and pride—distinguishing marks in the wicked— are just plain sin.
Proverbs 21:12 The Message (MSG)
A God-loyal person will see right through the wicked and undo the evil they’ve planned.
Proverbs 21:15 The Message (MSG)
Good people celebrate when justice triumphs, but for the workers of evil it’s a bad day.
Proverbs 21:21 The Message (MSG)
Whoever goes hunting for what is right and kind finds life itself—glorious life!
Proverbs 21:28 The Message (MSG)
A lying witness is unconvincing; a person who speaks truth is respected.
Proverbs 21:2-4 King James Version (KJV)
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. An high look, and a proud heart, And the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
Proverbs 21:12 King James Version (KJV)
The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: But God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
Proverbs 21:15 King James Version (KJV)
It is joy to the just to do judgment: But destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Proverbs 21:21 King James Version (KJV)
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy Findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
Proverbs 21:28 King James Version (KJV)
A false witness shall perish: But the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
Proverbs 21:2-4 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
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. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, The lamp of the wicked, is sin.
Proverbs 21:12 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The righteous one considers the house of the wicked, Turning the wicked to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The exercise of justice is joy for the righteous, But is terror to the workers of iniquity.
Proverbs 21:21 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who pursues righteousness and loyalty Finds life, righteousness and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
A false witness will perish, But the man who listens to the truth will speak forever.
Proverbs 21:2-4 New Century Version (NCV)
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. Proud looks, proud thoughts, and evil actions are sin.
Proverbs 21:12 New Century Version (NCV)
God, who is always right, watches the house of the wicked and brings ruin on every evil person.
Proverbs 21:15 New Century Version (NCV)
When justice is done, good people are happy, but evil people are ruined.
Proverbs 21:21 New Century Version (NCV)
Whoever tries to live right and be loyal finds life, success, and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 New Century Version (NCV)
A lying witness will be forgotten, but a truthful witness will speak on.
Proverbs 21:2-4 American Standard Version (ASV)
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. A high look, and a proud heart, Even the lamp of the wicked, is sin.
Proverbs 21:12 American Standard Version (ASV)
The righteous man considereth the house of the wicked, How the wicked are overthrown to their ruin.
Proverbs 21:15 American Standard Version (ASV)
It is joy to the righteous to do justice; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.
Proverbs 21:21 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 American Standard Version (ASV)
A false witness shall perish; But the man that heareth shall speak so as to endure.
Proverbs 21:2-4 New International Version (NIV)
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. Haughty eyes and a proud heart— the unplowed field of the wicked—produce sin.
Proverbs 21:12 New International Version (NIV)
The Righteous One takes note of the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15 New International Version (NIV)
When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.
Proverbs 21:21 New International Version (NIV)
Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 New International Version (NIV)
A false witness will perish, but a careful listener will testify successfully.
Proverbs 21:2-4 New King James Version (NKJV)
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. A haughty look, a proud heart, And the plowing of the wicked are sin.
Proverbs 21:12 New King James Version (NKJV)
The righteous God wisely considers the house of the wicked, Overthrowing the wicked for their wickedness.
Proverbs 21:15 New King James Version (NKJV)
It is a joy for the just to do justice, But destruction will come to the workers of iniquity.
Proverbs 21:21 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 New King James Version (NKJV)
A false witness shall perish, But the man who hears him will speak endlessly.
Proverbs 21:2-4 Amplified Bible (AMP)
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] Haughty and arrogant eyes and a proud heart, The lamp of the wicked [their self-centered pride], is sin [in the eyes of God].
Proverbs 21:12 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The righteous one keeps an eye on the house of the wicked— How the wicked are cast down to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15 Amplified Bible (AMP)
When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous (the upright, the one in right standing with God), But to the evildoers it is disaster.
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 21:28 Amplified Bible (AMP)
A false witness will perish, But a man who listens to the truth will speak forever and go unchallenged.
Proverbs 21:2-4 New Living Translation (NLT)
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. Haughty eyes, a proud heart, and evil actions are all sin.
Proverbs 21:12 New Living Translation (NLT)
The Righteous One knows what is going on in the homes of the wicked; he will bring disaster on them.
Proverbs 21:15 New Living Translation (NLT)
Justice is a joy to the godly, but it terrifies evildoers.
Proverbs 21:21 New Living Translation (NLT)
Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:28 New Living Translation (NLT)
A false witness will be cut off, but a credible witness will be allowed to speak.
Proverbs 21:2-4 The Passion Translation (TPT)
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. Arrogance, superiority, and pride are the fruits of sin.
Proverbs 21:12 The Passion Translation (TPT)
A godly, righteous person has the ability to bring the light of instruction to the wicked even though he despises what the wicked do.
Proverbs 21:15 The Passion Translation (TPT)
When justice is served, the lovers of God celebrate and rejoice, but the wicked begin to panic.
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 21:28 The Passion Translation (TPT)
No one believes a notorious liar, but the guarded words of an honest man stand the test of time.
Proverbs 21:2-4 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
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. Haughty eyes and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, are sin.
Proverbs 21:12 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
The Righteous One observes the house of the wicked; he throws the wicked down to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.
Proverbs 21:21 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.