Proverbs 24:2

For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Proverbs 24:2

BSB

for their hearts devise violence, and their lips declare trouble.

AKJV

For their heart studies destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.

CPDV

For their mind meditates on robberies, and their lips speak deceptions.

ERV

For their heart studieth oppression, and their lips talk of mischief.

NHEB

for their hearts plot violence, and their lips talk about mischief.

SMT

For their heart will meditate destruction, and their lips will speak labor.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 24:2

FortheirheartH3820Noun Masculine studiethH1897Verb destructionH7701Noun MasculineandtheirlipsH8193Noun Feminine talkH1696VerbofmischiefH5999Noun

Commentary for Proverbs 24:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 24:2

Summary

Wicked people plot destruction and harm

Event

Exposing wicked intentions

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC