Proverbs 16:28 bbe — A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friend…

Bible in Basic English

"A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friends."

— Proverbs 16:28, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 16 — Context

25

There is a way which seems straight before a man, but its end is the ways of death.

26

The desire of the working man is working for him, for his need of food is driving him on.

27

A good-for-nothing man is a designer of evil, and in his lips there is a burning fire.

28

A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friends.

29

A violent man puts desire of evil into his neighbour's mind, and makes him go in a way which is not good.

30

He whose eyes are shut is a man of twisted purposes, and he who keeps his lips shut tight makes evil come about.

31

The grey head is a crown of glory, if it is seen in the way of righteousness.

Proverbs 16:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 16:28 say?
Proverbs 16:28 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friends.”
Where is Proverbs 16:28 in the Bible?
Proverbs 16:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 16, verse 28.
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 16:28.
What translation should I read Proverbs 16:28 in?
Proverbs 16:28 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 16:28?
Proverbs 16:28 reads (BBE): “A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friends.” 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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