Proverbs 21:1

Proverbs 21:1 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

1In the Lord’s hand the king’s heart is a stream of water

that he channels toward all who please him.

1The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord;

He turns it wherever He pleases.

1The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord;

He turns it wherever He wishes.

1The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord;

He turns it whichever way He wishes. [Ex 10:1, 2; Ezra 6:22]

1The king’s heart is a waterway in the hand of the Lord;

He directs it where He pleases.

1In the Lord’s hand the king’s heart is like a stream of water.

The Lord directs it toward all those who please him.