Proverbs 21:8 cpdv — The perverse way of a man is foreign. But whoever is pure: his work is upright.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"The perverse way of a man is foreign. But whoever is pure: his work is upright. "

— Proverbs 21:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 21 — Context

5

The intentions of the robust continually bring forth abundance. But all the lazy are continually in need.

6

Whoever gathers treasures by a lying tongue is vain and heartless. And he will stumble into the snares of death.

7

The robberies of the impious will drag them down, because they were not willing to do judgment.

8

The perverse way of a man is foreign. But whoever is pure: his work is upright.

9

It is better to sit in a corner of the attic, than with a contentious woman and in a shared house.

10

The soul of the impious desires evil; he will not take pity on his neighbor.

11

When the pestilent is punished, a little one will become wiser. And if he pursues what is wise, he will receive knowledge.

Proverbs 21:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 21:8 say?
Proverbs 21:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “The perverse way of a man is foreign. But whoever is pure: his work is upright. ”
Where is Proverbs 21:8 in the Bible?
Proverbs 21:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 21, verse 8.
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 21:8.
What translation should I read Proverbs 21:8 in?
Proverbs 21:8 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 21:8?
Proverbs 21:8 reads (CPDV): “The perverse way of a man is foreign. But whoever is pure: his work is upright. ” 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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