Proverbs 19:21

There are many plans in a man’s heart, but Yahweh’s counsel will prevail.

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There are many plans in a man’s heart, but the LORD’s counsel will prevail.

BSB

Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail.

KJV

There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

ASV

There are many devices in a man’s heart; But the counsel of Jehovah, that shall stand.

BBE

A man's heart may be full of designs, but the purpose of the Lord is unchanging.

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Matthew Henry · Verse 21

What should we desire, but that all our purposes may agree with God's holy will?

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