Proverbs 24:2
What does Proverbs 24:2 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 24:2 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000For their heart studieth oppression, And their lips talk of mischief.
KJV
King James Version · 1611For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901For their heart studieth oppression, And their lips talk of mischief.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949For the purposes of their hearts are destruction, and their lips are talking of trouble.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862For destruction doth their heart meditate, And perverseness do their lips speak.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752Because their mind studieth robberies, and their lips speak deceits.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890for their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Job 15:35
They conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity, And their heart prepareth deceit.
- 1 Samuel 23:9
And David knew that Saul was devising mischief against him; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod.
- Psalms 7:14
Behold, he travaileth with iniquity; Yea, he hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.
- Luke 23:20
And Pilate spake unto them again, desiring to release Jesus;
- Acts 13:10
and said, O full of all guile and all villany, thou son of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?
- Psalms 10:7
His mouth is full of cursing and deceit and oppression: Under his tongue is mischief and iniquity.
Related questions readers ask
Keep reading
Want to dig deeper? Explore Proverbs 24
Hand-picked devotionals, topical studies, and pastoral answers that draw on Proverbs 24.
Topics that quote it
Topic
Bible Verses About Loving Your Neighbor
The Bible consistently teaches that loving your neighbor is a fundamental expression of faith and a core commandment from God
Topic
Bible Verses About Sloth
Sloth, or laziness, is seen in the Bible as a characteristic that leads to poverty and missed opportunities, contrasting with diligence and hard work.
Topic
Bible Verses About Adultery
Adultery, a grave sin against God and marriage, represents a betrayal of trust and a violation of sacred vows.
What the Bible says about…
Verses for this moment
Verses for
Bible Verses for Fear of Failure
When the fear of failing is louder than the dream — verses to keep moving.
Verses for
Bible Verses for Anxiety Before a Job Interview
Quiet your nerves and walk in with steady steps — six verses to pray on the way.
Verses for
Bible Verses for When You Can't Sleep Because of Anxious Thoughts
Verses to read in bed when your mind won't stop.