New American Standard Bible

Proverbs 16:5-13 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

5. Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord; Assuredly, he will not be unpunished.

6. By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for, And by the fear of the Lord one keeps away from evil.

7. When a man's ways are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

8. Better is a little with righteousness Than great income with injustice.

9. The mind of man plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps.

10. A divine decision is in the lips of the king; His mouth should not err in judgment.

11. A just balance and scales belong to the Lord; All the weights of the bag are His concern.

12. It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts, For a throne is established on righteousness.

13. Righteous lips are the delight of kings, And he who speaks right is loved.