Proverbs 21:1
American King James The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turns it wherever he will.
American Standard Version The king's heart is in the hand of Jehovah as the watercourses: He turneth it whithersoever he will.
King James The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.
World English Bible The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the watercourses. He turns it wherever he desires.
Proverbs 21:2
American King James Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD ponders the hearts.
American Standard Version Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; But Jehovah weigheth the hearts.
King James Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
World English Bible Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but Yahweh weighs the hearts.
Proverbs 21:3
American King James To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
American Standard Version To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to Jehovah than sacrifice.
King James To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
World English Bible To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to Yahweh than sacrifice.
Proverbs 21:4
American King James An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
American Standard Version A high look, and a proud heart, `Even' the lamp of the wicked, is sin.
King James An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
World English Bible A high look and a proud heart, the lamp of the wicked, is sin.
Proverbs 21:5
American King James The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenty; but of every one that is hasty only to want.
American Standard Version The thoughts of the diligent `tend' only to plenteousness; But every one that is hasty `hasteth' only to want.
King James The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.
World English Bible The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty.
Proverbs 21:6
American King James The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
American Standard Version The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vapor driven to and fro by them that seek death.
King James The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
World English Bible Getting treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor for those who seek death.
Proverbs 21:7
American King James The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment.
American Standard Version The violence of the wicked shall sweep them away, Because they refuse to do justice.
King James The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment.
World English Bible The violence of the wicked will drive them away, because they refuse to do what is right.
Proverbs 21:8
American King James The way of man is fraudulent and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
American Standard Version The way of him that is laden with guilt is exceeding crooked; But as for the pure, his work is right.
King James The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
World English Bible The way of the guilty is devious, but the conduct of the innocent is upright.
Proverbs 21:9
American King James It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
American Standard Version It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
King James It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
World English Bible It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop than to share a house with a contentious woman.
Proverbs 21:10
American King James The soul of the wicked desires evil: his neighbor finds no favor in his eyes.
American Standard Version The soul of the wicked desireth evil: His neighbor findeth no favor in his eyes.
King James The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes.
World English Bible The soul of the wicked desires evil; his neighbor finds no mercy in his eyes.
Proverbs 21:11
American King James When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
American Standard Version When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
King James When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
World English Bible When the mocker is punished, the simple gains wisdom. When the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
Proverbs 21:12
American King James The righteous man wisely considers the house of the wicked: but God overthrows the wicked for their wickedness.
American Standard Version The righteous man considereth the house of the wicked, `How' the wicked are overthrown to `their' ruin.
King James The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
World English Bible The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked, and brings the wicked to ruin.
Proverbs 21:13
American King James Whoever stops his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
American Standard Version Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, He also shall cry, but shall not be heard.
King James Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
World English Bible Whoever stops his ears at the cry of the poor, he will also cry out, but shall not be heard.
Proverbs 21:14
American King James A gift in secret pacifies anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
American Standard Version A gift in secret pacifieth anger; And a present in the bosom, strong wrath.
King James A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
World English Bible A gift in secret pacifies anger, and a bribe in the cloak, strong wrath.
Proverbs 21:15
American King James It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
American Standard Version It is joy to the righteous to do justice; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.
King James It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
World English Bible It is joy to the righteous to do justice; but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.
Proverbs 21:16
American King James The man that wanders out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
American Standard Version The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding Shall rest in the assembly of the dead.
King James The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
World English Bible The man who wanders out of the way of understanding shall rest in the assembly of the departed spirits.
Proverbs 21:17
American King James He that loves pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loves wine and oil shall not be rich.
American Standard Version He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: He that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.
King James He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.
World English Bible He who loves pleasure will be a poor man. He who loves wine and oil won’t be rich.
Proverbs 21:18
American King James The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.
American Standard Version The wicked is a ransom for the righteous; And the treacherous `cometh' in the stead of the upright.
King James The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.
World English Bible The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, the treacherous for the upright.
Proverbs 21:19
American King James It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.
American Standard Version It is better to dwell in a desert land, Than with a contentious and fretful woman.
King James It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.
World English Bible It is better to dwell in a desert land, than with a contentious and fretful woman.
Proverbs 21:20
American King James There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spends it up.
American Standard Version There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.
King James There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
World English Bible There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man swallows it up.
Proverbs 21:21
American King James He that follows after righteousness and mercy finds life, righteousness, and honor.
American Standard Version He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
King James He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
World English Bible He who follows after righteousness and kindness finds life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:22
American King James A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and casts down the strength of the confidence thereof.
American Standard Version A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
King James A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
World English Bible A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
Proverbs 21:23
American King James Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
American Standard Version Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue Keepeth his soul from troubles.
King James Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
World English Bible Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:24
American King James Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who deals in proud wrath.
American Standard Version The proud and haughty man, scoffer is his name; He worketh in the arrogance of pride.
King James Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
World English Bible The proud and arrogant man—“Scoffer” is his name— he works in the arrogance of pride.
Proverbs 21:25
American King James The desire of the slothful kills him; for his hands refuse to labor.
American Standard Version The desire of the sluggard killeth him; For his hands refuse to labor.
King James The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.
World English Bible The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.
Proverbs 21:26
American King James He covets greedily all the day long: but the righteous gives and spares not.
American Standard Version There is that coveteth greedily all the day long; But the righteous giveth and withholdeth not.
King James He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
World English Bible There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don’t withhold.
Proverbs 21:27
American King James The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind?
American Standard Version The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination: How much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind!
King James The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?
World English Bible The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination— how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind!
Proverbs 21:28
American King James A false witness shall perish: but the man that hears speaks constantly.
American Standard Version A false witness shall perish; But the man that heareth shall speak so as to endure.
King James A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
World English Bible A false witness will perish. A man who listens speaks to eternity.
Proverbs 21:29
American King James A wicked man hardens his face: but as for the upright, he directs his way.
American Standard Version A wicked man hardeneth his face; But as for the upright, he establisheth his ways.
King James A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way.
World English Bible A wicked man hardens his face; but as for the upright, he establishes his ways.
Proverbs 21:30
American King James There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
American Standard Version There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against Jehovah.
King James There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
World English Bible There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against Yahweh.
Proverbs 21:31
American King James The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.
American Standard Version The horse is prepared against the day of battle; But victory is of Jehovah.
King James The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.
World English Bible The horse is prepared for the day of battle; but victory is with Yahweh.