Proverbs 21:1

The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:1

BSB
The king's heart is a waterway in the hand of the LORD; He directs it where He pleases.
AKJV
The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turns it wherever he will.
CPDV
Just as with the dividing of the waters, so also is the heart of the king in the hand of the Lord. He shall bend it whichever way he wills.
ERV
The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD as the watercourses: he turneth it whithersoever he will.
NHEB
The king's heart is in the LORD's hand like the watercourses. He turns it wherever he desires.
SMT
Steams of waters the heart of the king, in the hand of Jehovah: upon all which he shall delight in he will turn it.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:1

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:1
Summary
God controls leaders' decisions like water flow
Event
God directs ruler's heart
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom