Proverbs 21:28-30

Living Bible

²⁸No one believes a liar, but everyone respects the words of an honest man.

²⁹An evil man is stubborn, but a godly man will reconsider.^[a]

³⁰No one, regardless of how shrewd or well-advised he is, can stand against the Lord.

Proverbs 21:29 An evil man is stubborn, but a godly man will reconsider, or “The wicked man is brazen; the godly man is thoughtful.”

Proverbs 21:28-30

New International Version

²⁸A false witness^(A) will perish,^(B)
but a careful listener will testify successfully.

²⁹The wicked put up a bold front,
but the upright give thought to their ways.^(C)

³⁰There is no wisdom,^(D) no insight, no plan
that can succeed against the Lord.^(E)

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