Proverbs 16:4

The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:4

BSB
The LORD has made everything for His purpose-even the wicked for the day of disaster.
AKJV
The LORD has made all things for himself: yes, even the wicked for the day of evil.
CPDV
The Lord has wrought all things because of himself. Likewise the impious is for the evil day.
ERV
The LORD hath made every thing for its own end: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
NHEB
The LORD has made everything for its own end-yes, even the wicked for the day of evil.
SMT
Jehovah made all to his purpose, and also the unjust for the day of evil.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 16:4

TheLORDH3068Proper NamehathmadeH6466VerballthingsforhimselfH4617Noun MasculineyeaeventhewickedH7563AdjectiveforthedayH3117Noun MasculineofevilH7451

Commentary for Proverbs 16:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:4
Summary
God created everything, even the wicked, for His purpose
Event
Statement of God's comprehensive creation
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Teaching