Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 16:11
Compare this verse across Bible translations. BLB includes New Testament text only (publisher draft).
Berean Standard Bible
Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
King James Version
A just weight and balance [are] the LORD’s: all the weights of the bag [are] his work.
World English Bible
Honest balances and scales are the LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his work.
American Standard Version
A just balance and scales are Jehovah’s; All the weights of the bag are his work.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 16
9 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.
10 A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice.
11 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
12 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
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