Proverbs 16:1-15 ▼

1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from Yahweh.

2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own sight, But Yahweh weighs the motives.

3 Commit your works to Yahweh And your plans will be established.

4 Yahweh has made everything for its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil.

5 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh; Assuredly, he will not be unpunished.

6 By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for, And by the fear of Yahweh one turns away from evil.

7 When a man’s ways are pleasing to Yahweh, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

8 Better is a little with righteousness Than great produce with injustice.

9 The heart of man plans his way, But Yahweh directs his steps.

10 A divine decision is in the lips of the king; His mouth should not err in judgment.

11 A just balance and scales belong to Yahweh; All the weights of the bag are His work.

12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness, For in righteousness a throne is established.

13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings, And he who speaks uprightly is loved.

14 The wrath of a king is like messengers of death, But a wise man will atone for it.

15 In the light of a king’s face is life, And his favor is like a cloud with the late rain.