Holman Christian Standard Bible

Proverbs 20:22-28 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

22. Don’t say, “I will avenge this evil! ” Wait on the Lord, and He will rescue you.

23. Differing weights are detestable to the Lord, and dishonest scales are unfair.

24. A man’s steps are determined by the Lord, so how can anyone understand his own way?

25. It is a trap for anyone to dedicate something rashlyand later to reconsider his vows.

26. A wise king separates out the wicked and drives the threshing wheel over them.

27. The Lord’s lamp sheds light on a person’s life, searching the innermost parts.

28. Loyalty and faithfulness deliver a king;through loyalty he maintains his throne.