32 For the froward is abomination to the Lord: but his secret is with the righteous.

Other Translations of Proverbs 3:32

New International Version

32 For the Lord detests the perverse but takes the upright into his confidence.

English Standard Version

32 for the devious person is an abomination to the Lord, but the upright are in his confidence.

The Message

32 "Why not?" you say. Because God can't stand twisted souls. It's the straightforward who get his respect.

New King James Version

32 For the perverse person is an abomination to the Lord, But His secret counsel is with the upright.

New Living Translation

32 Such wicked people are detestable to the Lord, but he offers his friendship to the godly.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 3:32

Commentary on Proverbs 3:27-35

(Read Proverbs 3:27-35)

Our business is to observe the precepts of Christ, and to copy his example; to do justice, to love mercy, and to beware of covetousness; to be ready for every good work, avoiding needless strife, and bearing evils, if possible, rather than seeking redress by law. It will be found there is little got by striving. Let us not envy prosperous oppressors; far be it from the disciples of Christ to choose any of their ways. These truths may be despised by the covetous and luxurious, but everlasting contempt will be the portion of such scorners, while Divine favour is shown to the humble believer.

2 A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.

Other Translations of Proverbs 12:2

New International Version

2 Good people obtain favor from the Lord, but he condemns those who devise wicked schemes.

English Standard Version

2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, but a man of evil devices he condemns.

The Message

2 A good person basks in the delight of God, and he wants nothing to do with devious schemers.

New King James Version

2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.

New Living Translation

2 The Lord approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:2

Commentary on Proverbs 12:2

(Read Proverbs 12:2)

The man who covers selfish and vicious designs under a profession of religion or friendship, will be condemned.