Proverbs 21:2,6,12,15-16,18,21
Proverbs 21:2 The Message (MSG)
We justify our actions by appearances; GOD examines our motives.
Proverbs 21:6 The Message (MSG)
Make it to the top by lying and cheating; get paid with smoke and a promotion—to death!
Proverbs 21:12 The Message (MSG)
A God-loyal person will see right through the wicked and undo the evil they’ve planned.
Proverbs 21:15-16 The Message (MSG)
Good people celebrate when justice triumphs, but for the workers of evil it’s a bad day. Whoever wanders off the straight and narrow ends up in a congregation of ghosts.
Proverbs 21:18 The Message (MSG)
What a bad person plots against the good, boomerangs; the plotter gets it in the end.
Proverbs 21:21 The Message (MSG)
Whoever goes hunting for what is right and kind finds life itself—glorious life!
Proverbs 21:2 King James Version (KJV)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: But the LORD pondereth the hearts.
Proverbs 21:6 King James Version (KJV)
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
Proverbs 21:12 King James Version (KJV)
The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: But God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
Proverbs 21:15-16 King James Version (KJV)
It is joy to the just to do judgment: But destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding Shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 King James Version (KJV)
The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the transgressor for the upright.
Proverbs 21:21 King James Version (KJV)
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy Findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
Proverbs 21:2 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts.
Proverbs 21:6 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The acquisition of treasures by a lying tongue Is a fleeting vapor, the pursuit of death.
Proverbs 21:12 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The righteous one considers the house of the wicked, Turning the wicked to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15-16 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The exercise of justice is joy for the righteous, But is terror to the workers of iniquity. A man who wanders from the way of understanding Will rest in the assembly of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, And the treacherous is in the place of the upright.
Proverbs 21:21 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who pursues righteousness and loyalty Finds life, righteousness and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 New Century Version (NCV)
You may believe you are doing right, but the LORD judges your reasons.
Proverbs 21:6 New Century Version (NCV)
Wealth that comes from telling lies vanishes like a mist and leads to death.
Proverbs 21:12 New Century Version (NCV)
God, who is always right, watches the house of the wicked and brings ruin on every evil person.
Proverbs 21:15-16 New Century Version (NCV)
When justice is done, good people are happy, but evil people are ruined. Whoever does not use good sense will end up among the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 New Century Version (NCV)
Wicked people will suffer instead of good people, and those who cannot be trusted will suffer instead of those who do right.
Proverbs 21:21 New Century Version (NCV)
Whoever tries to live right and be loyal finds life, success, and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 American Standard Version (ASV)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; But Jehovah weigheth the hearts.
Proverbs 21:6 American Standard Version (ASV)
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vapor driven to and fro by them that seek death.
Proverbs 21:12 American Standard Version (ASV)
The righteous man considereth the house of the wicked, How the wicked are overthrown to their ruin.
Proverbs 21:15-16 American Standard Version (ASV)
It is joy to the righteous to do justice; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding Shall rest in the assembly of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 American Standard Version (ASV)
The wicked is a ransom for the righteous; And the treacherous cometh in the stead of the upright.
Proverbs 21:21 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 New International Version (NIV)
A person may think their own ways are right, but the LORD weighs the heart.
Proverbs 21:6 New International Version (NIV)
A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare.
Proverbs 21:12 New International Version (NIV)
The Righteous One takes note of the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15-16 New International Version (NIV)
When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers. Whoever strays from the path of prudence comes to rest in the company of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 New International Version (NIV)
The wicked become a ransom for the righteous, and the unfaithful for the upright.
Proverbs 21:21 New International Version (NIV)
Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 New King James Version (NKJV)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the hearts.
Proverbs 21:6 New King James Version (NKJV)
Getting treasures by a lying tongue Is the fleeting fantasy of those who seek death.
Proverbs 21:12 New King James Version (NKJV)
The righteous God wisely considers the house of the wicked, Overthrowing the wicked for their wickedness.
Proverbs 21:15-16 New King James Version (NKJV)
It is a joy for the just to do justice, But destruction will come to the workers of iniquity. A man who wanders from the way of understanding Will rest in the assembly of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 New King James Version (NKJV)
The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the unfaithful for the upright.
Proverbs 21:21 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs and examines the hearts [of people and their motives]. [Prov 24:12; Luke 16:15]
Proverbs 21:6 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Acquiring treasures by a lying tongue Is a fleeting vapor, the seeking and pursuit of death.
Proverbs 21:12 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The righteous one keeps an eye on the house of the wicked— How the wicked are cast down to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15-16 Amplified Bible (AMP)
When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous (the upright, the one in right standing with God), But to the evildoers it is disaster. A man who wanders from the way of understanding (godly wisdom) Will remain in the assembly of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The wicked become a ransom for the righteous, And the treacherous in the place of the upright [for they fall into their own traps].
Proverbs 21:21 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who earnestly seeks righteousness and loyalty Finds life, righteousness, and honor. [Prov 15:9; Matt 5:6]
Proverbs 21:2 New Living Translation (NLT)
People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart.
Proverbs 21:6 New Living Translation (NLT)
Wealth created by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.
Proverbs 21:12 New Living Translation (NLT)
The Righteous One knows what is going on in the homes of the wicked; he will bring disaster on them.
Proverbs 21:15-16 New Living Translation (NLT)
Justice is a joy to the godly, but it terrifies evildoers. The person who strays from common sense will end up in the company of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 New Living Translation (NLT)
The wicked are punished in place of the godly, and traitors in place of the honest.
Proverbs 21:21 New Living Translation (NLT)
Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:2 The Passion Translation (TPT)
We may think we’re right all the time, but God thoroughly examines our motives.
Proverbs 21:6 The Passion Translation (TPT)
You can make a fortune dishonestly, but your crime will hold you in the snares of death!
Proverbs 21:12 The Passion Translation (TPT)
A godly, righteous person has the ability to bring the light of instruction to the wicked even though he despises what the wicked do.
Proverbs 21:15-16 The Passion Translation (TPT)
When justice is served, the lovers of God celebrate and rejoice, but the wicked begin to panic. When you forsake the ways of wisdom, you will wander into the realm of dark spirits.
Proverbs 21:18 The Passion Translation (TPT)
The wicked bring on themselves the very suffering they planned for others, for their treachery comes back to haunt them.
Proverbs 21:21 The Passion Translation (TPT)
The lovers of God who chase after righteousness will find all their dreams come true: an abundant life drenched with favor and a fountain that overflows with satisfaction.
Proverbs 21:2 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart.
Proverbs 21:6 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death.
Proverbs 21:12 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
The Righteous One observes the house of the wicked; he throws the wicked down to ruin.
Proverbs 21:15-16 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers. One who wanders from the way of good sense will rest in the assembly of the dead.
Proverbs 21:18 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright.
