Proverbs 11:20

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The LORD hates cunning people, but he likes everyone who lives right.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 29:17

But we are happy, because everyone has voluntarily given you these things. You know what is in everyone's heart, and you are pleased when people are honest.

Psalm 101:4

and I won't be dishonest or deceitful.

Psalm 11:7

The LORD always does right and wants justice done. Everyone who does right will see his face.

Psalm 119:1

Our LORD, you bless everyone who lives right and obeys your Law.

Psalm 140:13

Your people will praise you and will live with you because they do right.

Psalm 51:6

But you want complete honesty, so teach me true wisdom.

Proverbs 11:21

You can be sure of this: all crooks will be punished, but God's people won't.

Proverbs 12:22

The LORD hates every liar, but he is the friend of all who can be trusted.

Proverbs 13:6

Live right, and you are safe! But sin will destroy you.

Proverbs 14:9

Fools don't care if they are wrong, but God is pleased when people do right.

Proverbs 15:26

The LORD hates evil thoughts, but kind words please him.

Proverbs 15:8

The LORD is disgusted by gifts from the wicked, but it makes him happy when his people pray.

Proverbs 16:17

God's people avoid evil ways, and they protect themselves by watching where they go.

Proverbs 21:29

Wicked people bluff their way, but God's people think before they take a step.

Proverbs 3:32

The LORD doesn't like anyone who is dishonest, but he lets good people be his friends.

Proverbs 6:14

They are always thinking up something cruel and evil, and they stir up trouble.

Proverbs 8:13

If you respect the LORD, you will hate evil. I hate pride and conceit and deceitful lies.

Proverbs 9:7

Correct a worthless boaster, and all you will get are insults and injuries.