Proverbs 17:3

The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 17:3

BSB
A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but the LORD is the tester of hearts.
AKJV
The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD tries the hearts.
CPDV
Just as silver is tested by fire, and gold is tested in the furnace, so also does the Lord test hearts.
ERV
The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.
NHEB
The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the hearts.
SMT
The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold: and Jehovah tries hearts.

Commentary for Proverbs 17:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 17:3
Summary
God examines inner character through trials
Event
God tests human character
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom