Proverbs 16:9
What does Proverbs 16:9 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 16:9 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000A man’s heart deviseth his way; But Jehovah directeth his steps.
KJV
King James Version · 1611A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901A man’s heart deviseth his way; But Jehovah directeth his steps.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949A man may make designs for his way, but the Lord is the guide of his steps.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862The heart of man deviseth his way, And Jehovah establisheth his step.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The heart of man disposeth his way: but the Lord must direct his steps.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890The heart of man deviseth his way, but Jehovah directeth his steps.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Proverbs 19:21
There are many devices in a man’s heart; But the counsel of Jehovah, that shall stand.
- Proverbs 16:1
The plans of the heart belong to man; But the answer of the tongue is from Jehovah.
- Isaiah 46:10
declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things that are not yet done; saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure;
- Proverbs 21:30
There is no wisdom nor understanding Nor counsel against Jehovah.
- Jeremiah 10:23
O Jehovah, I know that the way of man is not in himself; it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
- Psalms 37:23
A man’s goings are established of Jehovah; And he delighteth in his way.
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