📖 Proverbs — Chapter 16 (KJV)
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Proverbs 16:1 The RTpreparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD.
Proverbs 16:2 All Rthe ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits.
Proverbs 16:3 TCommit Rthy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
Proverbs 16:4 The RLORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
Proverbs 16:5 Every one Rthat is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be Tunpunished.
Proverbs 16:6 By Rmercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
Proverbs 16:7 When a man’s ways Rplease the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Proverbs 16:8 Better is a little with righteousness than Rgreat revenues without right.
Proverbs 16:9 A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Proverbs 16:10 RTA divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
Proverbs 16:11 A Rjust weight and balance are the LORD’s: all Tthe weights of the bag are his work.
Proverbs 16:12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: Rfor the throne is established by righteousness.
Proverbs 16:13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
Proverbs 16:14 The Rwrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
Proverbs 16:15 In Rthe light of the king’s countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
Proverbs 16:16 How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!
Proverbs 16:17 The Rhighway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
Proverbs 16:18 RPride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Proverbs 16:19 Better it is Rto be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
Proverbs 16:20 He that RThandleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
Proverbs 16:21 The Rwise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Proverbs 16:22 Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but Rthe instruction of fools is folly.
Proverbs 16:23 The Rheart of the wise Tteacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16:24 RPleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Proverbs 16:26 THe that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth Tcraveth it of him.
Proverbs 16:27 RTAn ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.
Proverbs 16:28 A Rfroward man Tsoweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.
Proverbs 16:29 A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.
Proverbs 16:30 He Rshutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.
Proverbs 16:31 The Rhoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.
Proverbs 16:32 He Rthat is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Proverbs 16:33 The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 16:1–11 — Plans and motives before God
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Human preparations, motives, and fair dealings stand before the Lord. Mercy, truth, and reverence turn the reader away from evil.
Key Truth: Submit plans and motives to God.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “A man’s ____ deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.” (Proverbs 16:9)
Find it in Proverbs 16:9 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “By ____ and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of …” (Proverbs 16:6)
Find it in Proverbs 16:6 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “A ____ weight and balance are the LORD’s: all the weights of …” (Proverbs 16:11)
Find it in Proverbs 16:11 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 16:12–22 — Righteous rule and wise restraint
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
A throne is established through righteousness, while upright paths preserve life. Understanding and humility are valued beyond pride or impressive gain.
Key Truth: Value righteousness above status.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “… kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by ____ .” (Proverbs 16:12)
Find it in Proverbs 16:12 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “The highway of the ____ is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way …” (Proverbs 16:17)
Find it in Proverbs 16:17 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “____ is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: …” (Proverbs 16:22)
Find it in Proverbs 16:22 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 16:23–33 — Speech, patience, and providence
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Wise hearts teach their mouths; whispering divides friends. Control of spirit and acknowledgment of God’s disposing authority call for restraint.
Key Truth: Practice wise speech and patient restraint.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The ____ of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to …” (Proverbs 16:23)
Find it in Proverbs 16:23 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “A ____ man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.” (Proverbs 16:28)
Find it in Proverbs 16:28 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “The lot is ____ into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of …” (Proverbs 16:33)
Find it in Proverbs 16:33 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
Proverbs 3:6 — Acknowledging God brings direction to the path.
This related passage is selected for its connection with this chapter. It is separate from the chapter text.
Reflect and Apply
Which plan or motive should you place before God?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. What contrasts with a man’s favourable view of his own ways?
2. What is preferred to large revenues without right?
3. How are human planning and divine direction distinguished?
4. What danger is assigned to a whisperer?
5. What victory is ranked above taking a city?
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