# Proverbs 20

- Translation: Berean Standard Bible
- Canonical: https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20
- License: Scripture: Berean Standard Bible (BSB), public domain. Source: Scriptoria (scriptoria.digital).

## Text

[1] Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler,
and whoever is led astray by them is not wise. [2] The terror of a king is like the roar of a lion;
whoever provokes him forfeits his own life. [3] It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute,
but any fool will quarrel. [4] The slacker does not plow in season;
at harvest time he looks, but nothing is there. [5] The intentions of a man’s heart are deep waters,
but a man of understanding draws them out. [6] Many a man proclaims his loving devotion,
but who can find a trustworthy man? [7] The righteous man walks with integrity;
blessed are his children after him. [8] A king who sits on a throne to judge
sifts out all evil with his eyes. [9] Who can say, “I have kept my heart pure;
I am cleansed from my sin”? [10] Differing weights and unequal measures —
both are detestable to the LORD. [11] Even a young man is known by his actions—
whether his conduct is pure and upright. [12] Ears that hear and eyes that see—
the LORD has made them both. [13] Do not love sleep, or you will grow poor;
open your eyes, and you will have plenty of food. [14] “Worthless, worthless!” says the buyer,
but on the way out, he gloats. [15] There is an abundance of gold and rubies,
but lips of knowledge are a rare treasure. [16] Take the garment of the one who posts security for a stranger;
get collateral if it is for a foreigner. [17] Food gained by fraud is sweet to a man,
but later his mouth is full of gravel. [18] Set plans by consultation,
and wage war under sound guidance. [19] He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip;
avoid the one who babbles with his lips. [20] Whoever curses his father or mother,
his lamp will be extinguished in deepest darkness. [21] An inheritance gained quickly
will not be blessed in the end. [22] Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!”
Wait on the LORD, and He will save you. [23] Unequal weights are detestable to the LORD,
and dishonest scales are no good. [24] A man’s steps are from the LORD,
so how can anyone understand his own way? [25] It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly,
only later to reconsider his vows. [26] A wise king separates out the wicked
and drives the threshing wheel over them. [27] The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD,
searching out his inmost being. [28] Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king;
by these he maintains his throne. [29] The glory of young men is their strength,
and gray hair is the splendor of the old. [30] Lashes and wounds scour evil,
and beatings cleanse the inmost parts.

## Each verse

- Proverbs 20:1 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/1
- Proverbs 20:2 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/2
- Proverbs 20:3 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/3
- Proverbs 20:4 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/4
- Proverbs 20:5 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/5
- Proverbs 20:6 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/6
- Proverbs 20:7 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/7
- Proverbs 20:8 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/8
- Proverbs 20:9 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/9
- Proverbs 20:10 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/10
- Proverbs 20:11 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/11
- Proverbs 20:12 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/12
- Proverbs 20:13 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/13
- Proverbs 20:14 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/14
- Proverbs 20:15 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/15
- Proverbs 20:16 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/16
- Proverbs 20:17 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/17
- Proverbs 20:18 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/18
- Proverbs 20:19 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/19
- Proverbs 20:20 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/20
- Proverbs 20:21 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/21
- Proverbs 20:22 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/22
- Proverbs 20:23 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/23
- Proverbs 20:24 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/24
- Proverbs 20:25 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/25
- Proverbs 20:26 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/26
- Proverbs 20:27 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/27
- Proverbs 20:28 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/28
- Proverbs 20:29 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/29
- Proverbs 20:30 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/20/30