Proverbs 12:22

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20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,
But counselors of peace have joy.

21 ^aNo grave¹ trouble will overtake the righteous,
But the wicked shall be filled with evil.

22 ^aLying lips are an abomination to the Lord,
But those who deal truthfully are His delight.

23 ^aA prudent man conceals knowledge,
But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

24 ^aThe hand of the diligent will rule,
But the lazy man will be put to forced labor.

Commentaries:

No entry exists in Barnes' Notes for Proverbs 12:22.

Other Barnes' Notes entries containing Proverbs 12:22:

Haggai 1:8

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