Proverbs 21:29-31
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
29 The face of the wicked hardens,
but the upright maintains a straight course.[a]
30 No wisdom, no understanding,
no counsel prevail against the Lord.
31 The horse is equipped for the day of battle,
but victory is the Lord’s.
Footnotes
- 21:29 The wicked cannot deter the righteous from walking the straight path, i.e., from practicing virtue.
Proverbs 21:29-31
New International Version
29 The wicked put up a bold front,
but the upright give thought to their ways.(A)
31 The horse is made ready for the day of battle,
but victory rests with the Lord.(D)
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