Proverbs 16:33
33 The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.
Other Translations of Proverbs 16:33
New International Version
33 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.
English Standard Version
33 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.
The Message
33 Make your motions and cast your votes, but God has the final say.
New King James Version
33 The lot is cast into the lap, But its every decision is from the Lord.
New Living Translation
33 We may throw the dice, but the Lord determines how they fall.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:33
Commentary on Proverbs 16:33
(Read Proverbs 16:33)
All the disposal of Providence concerning our affairs, we must look upon to be the determining what we referred to God; and we must be reconciled to them accordingly. Blessed are those that give themselves up to the will of God; for he knows what is good for them.