Proverbs 21:29

A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:29

BSB
A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure.
AKJV
A wicked man hardens his face: but as for the upright, he directs his way.
CPDV
The impious man insolently hardens his face. But whoever is upright corrects his own way.
ERV
A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he ordereth his ways.
NHEB
A wicked man hardens his face; but as for the upright, he establishes his ways.
SMT
An unjust man strengthened with his face: and the upright he will prepare his ways.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:29

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:29
Summary
Evil person shows boldness while upright person maintains direction
Event
Comparing wicked and upright character behaviors
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom