23 Differing weights[a] are detestable to the Lord,(A)
and dishonest scales(B) are unfair.

24 Even a courageous person’s steps are determined by the Lord,(C)
so how can anyone understand his own way?

25 It is a trap for anyone to dedicate something rashly
and later to reconsider his vows.(D)

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Footnotes

  1. 20:23 Lit A stone and a stone

23 The Lord detests differing weights,
    and dishonest scales do not please him.(A)

24 A person’s steps are directed(B) by the Lord.(C)
    How then can anyone understand their own way?(D)

25 It is a trap to dedicate something rashly
    and only later to consider one’s vows.(E)

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