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Proverbs 16:11 - Compare All Versions

Proverbs 16:11 NIV (New International Version)

Honest scales and balances belong to the LORD; all the weights in the bag are of his making.

Proverbs 16:11 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)

A just balance and scales are the LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his work.

Proverbs 16:11 NLT (New Living Translation)

The LORD demands accurate scales and balances; he sets the standards for fairness.

Proverbs 16:11 CSB (Christian Standard Bible)

Honest balances and scales are the  LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his concern.

Proverbs 16:11 KJV (King James Version)

A just weight and balance are the LORD's: All the weights of the bag are his work.

Proverbs 16:11 NKJV (New King James Version)

Honest weights and scales are the LORD’s; All the weights in the bag are His work.

Proverbs 16:11 MSG (The Message)

GOD cares about honesty in the workplace; your business is his business.

Proverbs 16:11 NASB2020 (New American Standard Bible - NASB)

A just balance and scales belong to the LORD; All the weights of the bag are His concern.

Proverbs 16:11 AMP (Amplified Bible)

A just balance and [honest] scales are the LORD’S; All the weights of the bag are His concern [established by His eternal principles].

Proverbs 16:11 NET (New English Translation)

Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are his handiwork.