Proverbs 14:22

Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:22

BSB
Do not those who contrive evil go astray? But those who plan goodness find loving devotion and faithfulness.
AKJV
Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.
CPDV
They wander astray who work evil. But mercy and truth prepare good things.
ERV
Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.
NHEB
Do they not go astray who plot evil? But love and faithfulness belong to those who plan good.
SMT
Shall they not go astray, seeking evil? and mercy, and truth to those seeking good.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 14:22

DotheynoterrH8582VerbthatdeviseH2790VerbevilH7451butmercyH2617Noun MasculineandtruthH571shallbetothemthatdeviseH2790VerbgoodH2896

Commentary for Proverbs 14:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:22
Summary
Good planning prospers; evil plotting fails
Event
Good intentions receive blessings
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom