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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/27.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/27.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />As water reflects the face, so one&#8217s life reflects the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/27.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />As a face is reflected in water, so the heart reflects the real person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/27.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />As in water face reflects face, so the heart of man reflects the man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/27.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the true man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/27.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />As in water face <i>answereth</i> to face, so the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/27.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />As in water face <i>reflects</i> face, So a man’s heart <i>reveals</i> the man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/27.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />As in water a face <i>reflects</i> the face, So the heart of a person <i>reflects the</i> person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/27.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/27.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />As in water face <i>reflects</i> face, So the heart of man <i>reflects</i> man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/27.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />As in water face <i>reflects</i> face, So the heart of man <i>reflects</i> man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/27.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />As in water face <i>reflects</i> face, So the heart of man reflects man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/27.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/27.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the person. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/27.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />As in water face answereth to face, So the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/27.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You see your face in a mirror and your thoughts in the minds of others. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/27.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/27.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />As a face is reflected in water, so a person is reflected by his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/27.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is your own face that you see reflected in the water and it is your own self that you see in your heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/27.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Just as water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/27.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the true man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/27.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />As in water the face is reflected as a face, so a person's heart reflects the person. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/27.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />As water reflects a face, so a man's heart reflects the man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/27.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/27.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Like water reflects a face, so a man’s heart reflects the man. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/27.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />As [in] water the face [is] to face, "" So the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/27.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> As in water the face is to face, So the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/27.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />As in water, face to face, so the heart of man to man.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/27.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />As the faces of them that look therein, shine in the water, so the hearts of men are laid open to the wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/27.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />In the manner of faces looking into shining water, so are the hearts of men made manifest to the prudent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/27.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />As face mirrors face in water, so the heart reflects the person. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/27.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Just as water reflects the face, so one human heart reflects another.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/27.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />As faces do not resemble faces, so hearts do not resemble hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/27.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />As faces are not alike, so hearts are not alike.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/27.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />As in water face answereth to face, So the heart of man to man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/27.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />As faces are not like <i>other</i> faces, so neither are the thoughts of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/27-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=5620" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/27.htm">Do not Boast about Tomorrow</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4325.htm" title="4325: kam·ma·yim (Prep-k, Art:: N-mp) -- Waters, water. Dual of a primitive noun; water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen.">As water</a> <a href="/hebrew/6440.htm" title="6440: hap·pā·nîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Face, faces. Plural of an unused noun; the face; used in a great variety of applications; also as a preposition.">reflects the face,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6440.htm" title="6440: lap·pā·nîm (Prep-l, Art:: N-mp) -- Face, faces. Plural of an unused noun; the face; used in a great variety of applications; also as a preposition."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: kên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">so</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lêḇ- (N-msc) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">the heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: hā·’ā·ḏām (Art:: N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">reflects the true man.</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: lā·’ā·ḏām (Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being."></a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied; so the eyes of man are never satisfied.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-23.htm">James 1:23-24</a></span><br />For anyone who hears the word but does not carry it out is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror, / and after observing himself goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/13-12.htm">1 Corinthians 13:12</a></span><br />Now we see but a dim reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/3-18.htm">2 Corinthians 3:18</a></span><br />And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-18.htm">Matthew 15:18-19</a></span><br />But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man. / For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-45.htm">Luke 6:45</a></span><br />The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a></span><br />For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a></span><br />Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a></span><br />Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-22.htm">Ephesians 4:22-24</a></span><br />to put off your former way of life, your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; / to be renewed in the spirit of your minds; / and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-9.htm">Jeremiah 17:9-10</a></span><br />The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? / I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/139-23.htm">Psalm 139:23-24</a></span><br />Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns. / See if there is any offensive way in me; lead me in the way everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a></span><br />But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/36-26.htm">Ezekiel 36:26</a></span><br />I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/51-10.htm">Psalm 51:10</a></span><br />Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">As in water face answers to face, so the heart of man to man.</p><p class="hdg">in</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/james/1-22.htm">James 1:22-25</a></b></br> But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves… </p><p class="hdg">so</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/6-5.htm">Genesis 6:5</a></b></br> And GOD saw that the wickedness of man <i>was</i> great in the earth, and <i>that</i> every imagination of the thoughts of his heart <i>was</i> only evil continually.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-15.htm">Psalm 33:15</a></b></br> He fashioneth their hearts alike; he considereth all their works.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/7-21.htm">Mark 7:21</a></b></br> For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/22-21.htm">Answers</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-17.htm">Face</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-11.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-28.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-3.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/hebrews/1-3.htm">Reflects</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-25.htm">Water</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/malachi/2-12.htm">Answers</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-23.htm">Face</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-23.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-6.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-20.htm">Reflects</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-16.htm">Water</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 27</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/27-1.htm">observations of self love</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/27-5.htm">of true love</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/27-11.htm">of care to avoid offenses</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/27-23.htm">and of the household care</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/27.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/27.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>As water reflects the face</b><br>In ancient times, water served as a natural mirror, providing a reflection of one's physical appearance. This imagery is rooted in the everyday experiences of people in biblical times, who would have used still water to see their reflection. The concept of reflection in water is also seen in <a href="/james/1-23.htm">James 1:23-24</a>, where the Word of God is likened to a mirror, showing us our true selves. The use of water as a metaphor for reflection emphasizes clarity and truth, as water does not alter the image it reflects.<p><b>so the heart reflects the true man</b><br>The heart, in biblical terms, often represents the innermost being, including thoughts, emotions, and will. This phrase suggests that just as water provides an accurate reflection of one's face, the heart reveals the true nature of a person. In <a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a>, God tells Samuel that He looks at the heart rather than outward appearances, highlighting the importance of inner character over external attributes. The heart's reflection of the true man aligns with Jesus' teachings in <a href="/matthew/15-18.htm">Matthew 15:18-19</a>, where He explains that what comes from the heart defines a person. This concept underscores the biblical principle that genuine transformation and righteousness begin internally, with the heart.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>- Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human nature and godly living are reflected throughout the book.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>- The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_heart.htm">The Heart</a></b><br>- In Hebrew thought, the heart ("lev") is the center of one's inner life, encompassing mind, will, and emotions. It is crucial in understanding one's true character.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_mirror_of_the_heart.htm">The Mirror of the Heart</a></b><br>Just as water provides a reflection of our physical appearance, our heart reflects our true character. Regular self-examination is essential for spiritual growth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/inner_transformation.htm">Inner Transformation</a></b><br>True change begins in the heart. As believers, we should seek God's help to transform our hearts, aligning our desires and actions with His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/authenticity_in_faith.htm">Authenticity in Faith</a></b><br>Our outward actions should be a genuine reflection of our inner faith. Hypocrisy is avoided when our heart and actions are in harmony.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_heart.htm">Guarding the Heart</a></b><br><a href="/proverbs/4-23.htm">Proverbs 4:23</a> advises us to guard our hearts diligently. This involves being mindful of what influences our thoughts and emotions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ.htm">Reflecting Christ</a></b><br>As Christians, our goal is to reflect Christ in our hearts and lives. This requires daily surrender and reliance on the Holy Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_27.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 27</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_person-centered_therapy.htm">What defines Person-Centered Therapy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_israelites_use_water_reflections_metaphorically.htm">Proverbs 27:19 - Is there concrete evidence that ancient Israelites commonly used water reflections as a metaphor for self-examination, or does this reveal possible cultural borrowing?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_5_19_objectify_wives.htm">Proverbs 5:19: Does likening a wife to a 'loving doe' and 'graceful deer' suggest objectification, conflicting with broader biblical claims of respect for all?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_proverbs_19_27_align_with_science.htm">Proverbs 19:27 warns against ceasing instruction--how does this ancient wisdom reconcile with modern science and ongoing discoveries that challenge traditional beliefs?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/27.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(19) <span class= "bld">So the heart of man </span>(answereth) <span class= "bld">to man.--</span>What is in our own hearts we find in others also. Whatever are the distinguishing features of our own characters we discover and elicit the same in others. The merciful, the generous, the devout, the pure, recognise the same qualities in others, and themselves feel and receive sympathy from such persons. So the evil, too, find themselves in harmony with those of like disposition.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/27.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 19.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man;</span> Vulgate, <span class="accented">Quomodo in aquis resplendent vultus prospicientium</span>, <span class="accented">sic corda hominum manifesta sunt prudentibus</span>. As in clear water the face of the gazer is reflected, so man finds in his fellow man the same feelings, sentiments, passions, which he has himself. He sees in others the likeness of himself; whatever he knows himself to be, he will see others presenting the same character. Self-knowledge, too, leads to insight into others' minds; "for what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him?" (<a href="/1_corinthians/2-11.htm">1 Corinthians 2:11</a>). There is a solidarity in human nature which enables us to judge of others by ourselves. The difficulties in the construction and wording of the sentence do not affect the interpretation. They are, however, best met by rendering, with Delitzsch, "As it is with water, face corresponds to face, so also the heart of man to man." Septuagint, "As faces are not like faces, so neither are the thoughts of men;" which is like the saying of Persius, 'Sat.,' 5:52 - <p><span class="foreign">"Mille hominum species, et rerum discolor usus;<br />Velle suum cuique est, nec voto vivitur uno."</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/27-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">As water</span><br /><span class="heb">כַּ֭מַּיִם</span> <span class="translit">(kam·ma·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4325.htm">Strong's 4325: </a> </span><span class="str2">Water, juice, urine, semen</span><br /><br /><span class="word">reflects the face,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַפָּנִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(hap·pā·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6440.htm">Strong's 6440: </a> </span><span class="str2">The face</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so</span><br /><span class="heb">כֵּ֤ן</span> <span class="translit">(kên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> </span><span class="str2">So -- thus</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the heart</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵֽב־</span> <span class="translit">(lêḇ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">reflects the true man.</span><br /><span class="heb">הָ֝אָדָ֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/27-19.htm">Proverbs 27:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/27-19.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 27:19 As water reflects a face so (Prov. 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