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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/11.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/11.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The LORD detests those whose hearts are perverse, but he delights in those whose ways are blameless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/11.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The LORD detests people with crooked hearts, but he delights in those with integrity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Those of crooked heart are an abomination to the LORD, but those of blameless ways are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />They that are of a froward heart <i>are</i> abomination to the LORD: but <i>such as are</i> upright in <i>their</i> way <i>are</i> his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Those who are of a perverse heart <i>are</i> an abomination to the LORD, But <i>the</i> blameless in their ways <i>are</i> His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, But the blameless in <i>their</i> walk are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, But the blameless in their walk are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, But the blameless in <i>their</i> walk are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Those with a crooked heart are an abomination to Yahweh, But those of a blameless way are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The perverse in heart are repulsive <i>and</i> shamefully vile to the LORD, But those who are blameless <i>and</i> above reproach in their walk are His delight!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those with twisted minds are detestable to the LORD, but those with blameless conduct are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those with twisted minds are detestable to the LORD, but those with blameless conduct are His delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to Jehovah; But such as are perfect in their way are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD hates sneaky people, but he likes everyone who lives right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD: but such as are perfect in their way are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Devious people are disgusting to the LORD, but he is delighted with those whose ways are innocent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The LORD hates evil-minded people, but loves those who do right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Devious minds are abhorrent to the LORD, but those whose ways are innocent are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD abhors those who are perverse in heart, but those who are blameless in their ways are his delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Those who are perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but those whose ways are blameless are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Those who are perverse in heart are an abomination to Yahweh, but those whose ways are blameless are his delight. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The perverse of heart are an abomination to YHWH, "" And the perfect of the way [are] His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> An abomination to Jehovah are the perverse of heart, And the perfect of the way are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The perverse of heart are an abomination of Jehovah, and the blameless of way his delight.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />A perverse heart is abominable to the Lord: and his will is in them that walk sincerely. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />A depraved heart is abominable to the Lord. And his will is with those who walk in simplicity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The crooked in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but those who walk blamelessly are his delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Crooked minds are an abomination to the LORD, but those of blameless ways are his delight.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Those who are perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD; but those who are upright in their way are his delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH despises the perverse heart and he delights in those who are without blemish in the way.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD; But such as are upright in their way are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Perverse ways are an abomination to the Lord: but all they that are blameless in their ways are acceptable to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/11-20.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=2047" 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/11.htm">Dishonest Scales</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">19</span>Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death. <span class="reftext">20</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6141.htm" title="6141: ‘iq·qə·šê- (Adj-mpc) -- Twisted, perverted. From aqash; distorted; hence, false.">The perverse</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lêḇ (N-ms) -- 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.">in heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/8441.htm" title="8441: tō·w·‘ă·ḇaṯ (N-fsc) -- Or tonebah; feminine active participle of ta'ab; properly, something disgusting, i.e. an abhorrence; especially idolatry or an idol.">are an abomination</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">to the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8549.htm" title="8549: tə·mî·mê (Adj-mpc) -- Complete, sound. From tamam; entire; also integrity, truth.">but the blameless</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: ḏā·reḵ (N-cs) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">in their walk</a> <a href="/hebrew/7522.htm" title="7522: ū·rə·ṣō·w·nōw (Conj-w:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will. Or ratson; from ratsah; delight.">are His delight.</a> </span><span class="reftext">21</span>Be assured that the wicked will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will escape.…<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="/psalms/101-4.htm">Psalm 101:4</a></span><br />A perverse heart shall depart from me; I will know nothing of evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a></span><br />There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Proverbs 12:22</a></span><br />Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-9.htm">Proverbs 15:9</a></span><br />The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-5.htm">Proverbs 16:5</a></span><br />Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-20.htm">Proverbs 17:20</a></span><br />The one with a perverse heart finds no good, and he whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-27.htm">Proverbs 21:27</a></span><br />The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable—how much more so when brought with ill intent!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-9.htm">Proverbs 28:9</a></span><br />Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/1-13.htm">Isaiah 1:13-14</a></span><br />Bring your worthless offerings no more; your incense is detestable to Me. New Moons, Sabbaths, and convocations—I cannot endure iniquity in a solemn assembly. / I hate your New Moons and your appointed feasts. They have become a burden to Me; I am weary of bearing them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/66-3.htm">Isaiah 66:3-4</a></span><br />Whoever slaughters an ox is like one who slays a man; whoever sacrifices a lamb is like one who breaks a dog’s neck; whoever presents a grain offering is like one who offers pig’s blood; whoever offers frankincense is like one who blesses an idol. Indeed, they have chosen their own ways and delighted in their abominations. / So I will choose their punishment and I will bring terror upon them, because I called and no one answered, I spoke and no one listened. But they did evil in My sight and chose that in which I did not delight.”<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="/matthew/5-8.htm">Matthew 5:8</a></span><br />Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-27.htm">Matthew 23:27-28</a></span><br />Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. / In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/16-15.htm">Luke 16:15</a></span><br />So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-28.htm">Romans 1:28-32</a></span><br />Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. / They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, / slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They that are of a fraudulent heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-14.htm">Proverbs 6:14,16-19</a></b></br> Frowardness <i>is</i> in his heart, he deviseth mischief continually; he soweth discord… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/8-13.htm">Proverbs 8:13</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-25.htm">Psalm 18:25,26</a></b></br> With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful; with an upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright; … </p><p class="hdg">upright</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Proverbs 9:7</a></b></br> He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked <i>man getteth</i> himself a blot.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-8.htm">Proverbs 15:8</a></b></br> The sacrifice of the wicked <i>is</i> an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright <i>is</i> his delight.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-17.htm">Proverbs 16:17</a></b></br> The highway of the upright <i>is</i> to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">Abomination</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Blameless</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-23.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-32.htm">Detests</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-17.htm">Error</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-31.htm">Froward</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">Hated</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-12.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-20.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-32.htm">Perverse</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-11.htm">Uncontrolled</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-11.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-6.htm">Walk</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Abomination</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">Blameless</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Detests</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Error</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Froward</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Hated</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-27.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-8.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-8.htm">Perverse</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Uncontrolled</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-21.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-20.htm">Walk</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-15.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-2.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">On Deception</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/11.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/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD</b><br>This phrase highlights the inner moral corruption that is detestable to God. The term "perverse" refers to those who are morally twisted or corrupt, indicating a heart that is not aligned with God's righteousness. In biblical context, the heart is often seen as the center of one's being, encompassing thoughts, intentions, and will. The use of "abomination" signifies something that is utterly repulsive to God, similar to the strong language used in <a href="/leviticus/18-22.htm">Leviticus 18:22</a> and <a href="/deuteronomy/25-16.htm">Deuteronomy 25:16</a>, where certain practices are described as abominations. This reflects God's holiness and His intolerance for sin. The emphasis on the heart suggests that God is concerned not just with outward actions but with the inner motivations and attitudes of individuals.<p><b>but the blameless in their walk are His delight</b><br>In contrast to the perverse, those who are "blameless" are described as being a source of joy to God. The term "blameless" does not imply sinlessness but rather integrity and uprightness in one's conduct. This aligns with the biblical theme of walking in righteousness, as seen in <a href="/genesis/6-9.htm">Genesis 6:9</a>, where Noah is described as a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time. The "walk" refers to one's way of life or conduct, suggesting a consistent pattern of living that aligns with God's commandments. This phrase underscores the biblical principle that God delights in those who strive to live according to His will, as seen in <a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Psalm 37:23</a>, where the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in his way. The contrast between the perverse and the blameless highlights the moral choices that individuals must make and the corresponding divine response.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. In this verse, He is portrayed as the ultimate judge of human hearts and actions.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/those_with_perverse_hearts.htm">Those with Perverse Hearts</a></b><br>Individuals whose inner thoughts and intentions are morally corrupt or twisted. The Hebrew word for "perverse" ('iqqesh) suggests a deviation from what is right or true.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/those_whose_ways_are_blameless.htm">Those Whose Ways are Blameless</a></b><br>People who live with integrity and righteousness. The Hebrew word for "blameless" (tamim) implies completeness, sincerity, and moral integrity.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_perspective_on_the_heart.htm">God's Perspective on the Heart</a></b><br>God evaluates us based on the condition of our hearts. We should strive for purity and integrity, knowing that God delights in those who are blameless.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_a_perverse_heart.htm">The Danger of a Perverse Heart</a></b><br>A heart that is twisted or corrupt is detestable to God. We must guard our hearts against influences that lead us away from righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/pursuing_blamelessness.htm">Pursuing Blamelessness</a></b><br>Living a blameless life involves sincerity and moral integrity. This requires daily commitment to God's ways and reliance on His strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/delight_in_righteousness.htm">Delight in Righteousness</a></b><br>God takes pleasure in those who walk in His ways. Our goal should be to live in a manner that brings joy to the Lord.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/self-examination.htm">Self-Examination</a></b><br>Regularly examine your heart and actions to ensure they align with God's standards. Repent and seek His guidance to correct any deviations.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 20.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They that are of a froward heart</span> (<a href="/proverbs/17-20.htm">Proverbs 17:20</a>); Septuagint, "perverse ways." The word means "distorted from the right," "obstinate in error." <span class="cmt_word">Upright in their way</span> (<a href="/proverbs/2-21.htm">Proverbs 2:21</a>; <a href="/proverbs/29-27.htm">Proverbs 29:27</a>; <a href="/psalms/119-1.htm">Psalm 119:1</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/11-20.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">The perverse</span><br /><span class="heb">עִקְּשֵׁי־</span> <span class="translit">(‘iq·qə·šê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6141.htm">Strong's 6141: </a> </span><span class="str2">Twisted, perverted</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in heart</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֑ב</span> <span class="translit">(lêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<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">are an abomination</span><br /><span class="heb">תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(tō·w·‘ă·ḇaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8441.htm">Strong's 8441: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but the blameless</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּמִ֣ימֵי</span> <span class="translit">(tə·mî·mê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8549.htm">Strong's 8549: </a> </span><span class="str2">Entire, integrity, truth</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in [their] walk</span><br /><span class="heb">דָֽרֶךְ׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḏā·reḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1870.htm">Strong's 1870: </a> </span><span class="str2">A road, a course of life, mode of action</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are His delight.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֝רְצוֹנ֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ū·rə·ṣō·w·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7522.htm">Strong's 7522: </a> </span><span class="str2">Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 11:20 Those who are perverse in heart (Prov. 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