Proverbs 16:2 kjv — All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.

King James Version

"All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits."

— Proverbs 16:2, King James Version

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Proverbs 16 — Context

1

The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord.

2

All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.

3

Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established.

4

The Lord hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.

5

Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.

Proverbs 16:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 16:2 say?
Proverbs 16:2 in the King James Version reads: “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.”
Where is Proverbs 16:2 in the Bible?
Proverbs 16:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 16, verse 2.
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 16:2.
What translation should I read Proverbs 16:2 in?
Proverbs 16:2 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 16:2?
Proverbs 16:2 reads (KJV): “All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.” 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.
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