Proverbs 27:19 nasb — As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.

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"As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man."

— Proverbs 27:19, NASB

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Proverbs 27 — Context

He who would restrain her restrains the wind, And grasps oil with his right hand.

Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.

He who tends the fig tree will eat its fruit, And he who cares for his master will be honored.

As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.

Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied, Nor are the eyes of man ever satisfied.

The crucible is for silver and the furnace for gold, And each is tested by the praise accorded him.

Though you pound a fool in a mortar with a pestle along with crushed grain, Yet his foolishness will not depart from him.

Proverbs 27:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 27:19 say?

Proverbs 27:19 in the NASB reads: “As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.”

Where is Proverbs 27:19 in the Bible?

Proverbs 27:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 27, verse 19.

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 27:19.

What translation should I read Proverbs 27:19 in?

Proverbs 27:19 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 27:19?

Proverbs 27:19 reads (NASB): “As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.” 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.

Proverbs 27:19 nasb — As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man.

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