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NIV, The Story, Hardcover, Comfort Print: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. The lips of the righteous know what finds favor, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.
- Proverbs 10 NIV - Proverbs of Solomon - The proverbs of - Bible Gateway
10 The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his...
- Bible Gateway passage: Proverbs 10:32 - King James Version
32 The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but...
- Proverbs 10 NIV - Proverbs of Solomon - The proverbs of - Bible Gateway
The lips of the righteous know what is appropriate, but the mouth of the wicked, only what is perverse. American Standard Version. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable; But the mouth of the wicked speaketh perverseness. Aramaic Bible in Plain English.
What does Proverbs 10:32 mean? There are two ways to interpret the term "know" in this context. One is the idea of information and awareness, the other is of experience. Both apply to the words that naturally come from those who are spiritually wise, and those who are foolish.
10 The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son brings grief to his mother. 2 Ill-gotten treasures have no lasting value, but righteousness delivers from death. 3 The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. 4 Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.
32 The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness. Read full chapter
The believer grows stronger in faith, and obeys with increased delight. 30. The wicked would be glad to have this earth their home for ever, but it cannot be so. They must die and leave all their idols behind. 31,32. A good man discourses wisely for the benefit of others.
Compare different translations of Proverbs 10:32, a verse that contrasts the lips of the righteous and the wicked. See the original Hebrew text, audio, and related verses.
