Proverbs 22:11 cpdv — Whoever loves cleanness of heart, because of the grace of his lips, will have the king as his friend.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Whoever loves cleanness of heart, because of the grace of his lips, will have the king as his friend. "

— Proverbs 22:11, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 22 — Context

8

Whoever sows iniquity will reap evils, and by the rod of his own wrath he will be consumed.

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Whoever is inclined to mercy shall be blessed, for from his bread he has given to the poor. Whoever gives gifts will acquire victory and honor. But he carries away the soul of the receiver.

10

Cast out the one who ridicules, and conflict will go out with him, and accusations and insults will cease.

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Whoever loves cleanness of heart, because of the grace of his lips, will have the king as his friend.

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The eyes of the Lord watch over knowledge. And the words of the iniquitous are supplanted.

13

The lazy one says: “There is a lion outside. I might be slain in the midst of the streets.”

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The mouth of a foreign woman is a deep pit; the Lord was angry with him who will fall into it.

Proverbs 22:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:11 say?
Proverbs 22:11 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Whoever loves cleanness of heart, because of the grace of his lips, will have the king as his friend. ”
Where is Proverbs 22:11 in the Bible?
Proverbs 22:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 11.
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 22:11.
What translation should I read Proverbs 22:11 in?
Proverbs 22:11 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 22:11?
Proverbs 22:11 reads (CPDV): “Whoever loves cleanness of heart, because of the grace of his lips, will have the king as his friend. ” 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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