Proverbs 12:20

New English Translation

Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 22:4

He did evil in the sight of the Lord like Ahab’s dynasty because, after his father’s death, they gave him advice that led to his destruction.

Psalm 119:118

You despise all who stray from your statutes, for they are deceptive and unreliable.

Proverbs 12:12

The wicked person desires a stronghold, but the righteous root endures.

Proverbs 12:19

The one who tells the truth will endure forever, but the one who lies will last only for a moment.

Proverbs 12:21

The righteous do not encounter any harm, but the wicked are filled with calamity.

Jeremiah 17:16

But I have not pestered you to bring disaster. I have not desired the time of irreparable devastation. You know that. You are fully aware of every word that I have spoken.

Daniel 11:27

These two kings, their minds filled with evil intentions, will trade lies with one another at the same table. But it will not succeed, for there is still an end at the appointed time.

Zechariah 6:13

Indeed, he will build the temple of the Lord, and he will be clothed in splendor, sitting as king on his throne. Moreover, there will be a priest with him on his throne and they will see eye to eye on everything.

Matthew 5:9

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God.

Romans 1:29

They are filled with every kind of unrighteousness, wickedness, covetousness, malice. They are rife with envy, murder, strife, deceit, hostility. They are gossips,

Hebrews 12:14

Pursue peace with everyone, and holiness, for without it no one will see the Lord.