Proverbs 20:24-26

English Standard Version

²⁴A man's ^(A)steps are from the Lord;
    how then can man understand his way?
²⁵It is a snare to say rashly, “It is holy,”
    and to reflect only ^(B)after making vows.
²⁶A wise king ^(C)winnows the wicked
    and drives ^(D)the wheel over them.

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Proverbs 20:24-26

New International Version

²⁴A person’s steps are directed^(A) by the Lord.^(B)
How then can anyone understand their own way?^(C)

²⁵It is a trap to dedicate something rashly
and only later to consider one’s vows.^(D)

²⁶A wise king winnows out the wicked;
he drives the threshing wheel over them.^(E)

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