Proverbs 12:20

Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:20

BSB
Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy.
AKJV
Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
CPDV
Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evils. But gladness follows those who take up counsels of peace.
ERV
Deceit is in the heart of them that devise evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
NHEB
Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, but joy comes to the promoters of peace.
SMT
Deceit in the heart of those devising evil: and joy to those counseling peace.

Commentary for Proverbs 12:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 12:20
Summary
Malice corrupts hearts; peacekeeping brings joy.
Event
Contrasting inner states revealed
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom