Proverbs 16:20

He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:20

BSB
Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.
AKJV
He that handles a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusts in the LORD, happy is he.
CPDV
The learned in word shall find good things. And whoever hopes in the Lord is blessed.
ERV
He that giveth heed unto the word shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
NHEB
He who heeds the word finds prosperity, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.
SMT
He understanding in the word shall find good: and he trusting in Jehovah, he being happy.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 16:20

HethathandlethamatterH1697Noun MasculinewiselyH7919VerbshallfindH4672VerbgoodH2896andwhosotrustethH982VerbintheLORDH3068Proper NamehappyH835Noun Masculineishe

Commentary for Proverbs 16:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:20
Summary
Prudent discernment and faith bring fulfillment
Event
Wise handling yields good outcomes
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom