New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 6:12-19 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

12. A worthless and evil man goes around saying twisted things with his mouth.

13. He winks with his eyes. He makes signals with his feet. He motions with his fingers.

14. His plans are evil. He has lies in his heart. He is always stirring up fights.

15. Trouble will catch up with him in an instant. He will suddenly be destroyed. Nothing can save him.

16. There are six things the Lord hates. In fact, he hates seven things.

17. The Lord hates proud eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that kill those who aren't guilty.

18. He also hates hearts that make evil plans, feet that are quick to do evil,

19. any witness who pours out lies, and anyone who stirs up family fights.