Proverbs 20:23

Divers weights are an abomination unto the LORD; and a false balance is not good.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 20:23

BSB
Unequal weights are detestable to the LORD, and dishonest scales are no good.
AKJV
Divers weights are an abomination to the LORD; and a false balance is not good.
CPDV
Diverse weights are an abomination with the Lord. A deceitful balance is not good.
ERV
Divers weights are an abomination to the LORD; and a false balance is not good.
NHEB
The LORD detests differing weights, and dishonest scales are no good.
SMT
An abomination of Jehovah stone and stone; and the balance of deceit is not good.

Commentary for Proverbs 20:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 20:23
Summary
False measurements offend divine standards.
Place
Marketplace
Event
God condemns fraudulent measurements
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom