Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 24:2
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Berean Standard Bible
for their hearts devise violence, and their lips declare trouble.
King James Version
For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
World English Bible
for their hearts plot violence and their lips talk about mischief.
American Standard Version
For their heart studieth oppression, And their lips talk of mischief.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 24
1 Do not envy wicked men or desire their company;
2 for their hearts devise violence, and their lips declare trouble.
3 By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established;
4 through knowledge its rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.
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