Proverbs 21:2
2 A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.
Other Translations of Proverbs 21:2
King James Version
2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the Lord pondereth the hearts.
English Standard Version
2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart.
The Message
2 We justify our actions by appearances; God examines our motives.
New King James Version
2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the hearts.
New Living Translation
2 People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:2
Commentary on Proverbs 21:2
(Read Proverbs 21:2)
We are partial in judging ourselves and our actions.