Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 16:9
Compare this verse across Bible translations. BLB includes New Testament text only (publisher draft).
Berean Standard Bible
A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.
King James Version
A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
World English Bible
A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD directs his steps.
American Standard Version
A man’s heart deviseth his way; But Jehovah directeth his steps.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 16
7 When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.
8 Better a little with righteousness than great gain with injustice.
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.
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