Proverbs 12:5

Proverbs 12:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5The plans of the righteous are just,

but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.

5The thoughts of the righteous are just,

But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.

5The thoughts of the righteous are just,

But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.

5The thoughts and purposes of the [consistently] righteous are just (honest, reliable),

But the counsels and schemes of the wicked are deceitful.

5The plans of the righteous are just,

but the counsel of the wicked leads to deceit.

5The plans of godly people are right.

But the advice of sinners will lead you the wrong way.