Proverbs 20:23 asv — Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good.

American Standard Version

"Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good. "

— Proverbs 20:23, American Standard Version

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Proverbs 20 — Context

20

Whoso curseth his father or his mother, His lamp shall be put out in blackness of darkness.

21

An inheritancemay be gotten hastily at the beginning; But the end thereof shall not be blessed.

22

Say not thou, I will recompense evil: Wait for Jehovah, and he will save thee.

23

Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good.

24

A man’s goings are of Jehovah; How then can man understand his way?

25

It is a snare to a man rashly to say, It is holy, And after vows to make inquiry.

26

A wise king winnoweth the wicked, And bringeth the threshing-wheel over them.

Proverbs 20:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 20:23 say?
Proverbs 20:23 in the American Standard Version reads: “Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good. ”
Where is Proverbs 20:23 in the Bible?
Proverbs 20:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 20, verse 23.
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 20:23.
What translation should I read Proverbs 20:23 in?
Proverbs 20:23 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 20:23?
Proverbs 20:23 reads (ASV): “Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good. ” 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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