Proverbs 16:2

Proverbs 16:1 net — The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD.

NET Bible

"The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD."

— Proverbs 16:1, NET Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Proverbs 16:1 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

KJV
“The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“The plans of the heart belong to man; But the answer of the tongue is from Jehovah. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from Yahweh.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“It is the part of man to prepare the soul: and of the Lord to govern the tongue.”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“The designs of the heart are man's, but the answer of the tongue comes from the Lord.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord.”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Proverbs 16 — Context

The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD.

All a person’s ways seem right in his own opinion, but the LORD evaluates the motives.

Commit your works to the LORD, and your plans will be established.

The LORD has worked everything for his own ends– even the wicked for the day of disaster.

Proverbs 16:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions

What does Proverbs 16:1 say?

Proverbs 16:1 in the NET Bible reads: “The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD.”

Where is Proverbs 16:1 in the Bible?

Proverbs 16:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 16, verse 1.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 16:1.

What translation should I read Proverbs 16:1 in?

Proverbs 16:1 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 16:1?

Proverbs 16:1 reads (NET): “The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 16:1 net — The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the LORD.

Read in Another Translation

Proverbs 16:1 in Other Translations

Proverbs 16 — Context

Proverbs 16:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

Choose Theme

Light Themes 19

Dark Themes 11

Colorful Themes 2