Proverbs 17:20

He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 17:20

BSB
The one with a perverse heart finds no good, and he whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble.
AKJV
He that has a fraudulent heart finds no good: and he that has a perverse tongue falls into mischief.
CPDV
Whoever is of a perverse heart shall not find good. And whoever turns his tongue shall fall into evil.
ERV
He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.
NHEB
One who has a perverse heart doesn't find prosperity, and one who has a deceitful tongue falls into trouble.
SMT
The perverse of heart shall not find good: and he turning about with his tongue shall fall into evil.

Commentary for Proverbs 17:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 17:20
Summary
Twisted thinking produces poor outcomes
Event
Description of perverted person's fate
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom