Verse Comparison: Proverbs 11:1
American Standard Version
A false balance is an abomination to Jehovah; But a just weight is his delight.
Amplified® Bible
A FALSE balance {and} unrighteous dealings are extremely offensive {and} shamefully sinful to the Lord, but a just weight is His delight.
Contemporary English Version
The LORD hates anyone who cheats, but he likes everyone who is honest.
Darby English Version
A false balance is an abomination to Jehovah; but a just weight is his delight.
Good News Bible
The LORD hates people who use dishonest scales. He is happy with honest weights.
King James Version
A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.
New American Standard Bible
A false balance is an abomination to the LORD, But a just weight is His delight.
New International Version
The LORD abhors dishonest scales,
but accurate weights are his delight.
New King James Version
Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD,
But a just weight is His delight.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The Lord considers a false balance an abomination, But considers a just weight His delight.
Revised Standard Version
A false balance is an abomination to the LORD, but a just weight is his delight.
Young's Literal Translation
Balances of deceit `are' an abomination to Jehovah, And a perfect weight `is' His delight.
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