Proverbs 11:20
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
20 The crooked in heart are an abomination to the Lord,
but those who walk blamelessly are his delight.[a]
Proverbs 11:20
New International Version
Proverbs 21:21
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
21 Whoever pursues justice and kindness
will find life and honor.[a]
Footnotes
- 21:21 The paradox is that one comes upon something other than what one pursued. The way to (long and healthy) life and honor is the vigorous pursuit of virtue.
Proverbs 21:21
New International Version
Footnotes
- Proverbs 21:21 Or righteousness
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