Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend. New Living Translation Whoever loves a pure heart and gracious speech will have the king as a friend. English Standard Version He who loves purity of heart, and whose speech is gracious, will have the king as his friend. Berean Standard Bible He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend. King James Bible He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend. New King James Version He who loves purity of heart And has grace on his lips, The king will be his friend. New American Standard Bible One who loves purity of heart And whose speech is gracious, the king is his friend. NASB 1995 He who loves purity of heart And whose speech is gracious, the king is his friend. NASB 1977 He who loves purity of heart And whose speech is gracious, the king is his friend. Legacy Standard Bible He who loves purity of heart And grace on his lips, the king is his friend. Amplified Bible He who loves purity of heart And whose speech is gracious will have the king as his friend. Christian Standard Bible The one who loves a pure heart and gracious lips—the king is his friend. Holman Christian Standard Bible The one who loves a pure heart and gracious lips—the king is his friend. American Standard Version He that loveth pureness of heart, For the grace of his lips the king will be his friend. Contemporary English Version The king is the friend of all who are sincere and speak with kindness. English Revised Version He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever loves a pure heart and whoever speaks graciously has a king as his friend. Good News Translation If you love purity of heart and graciousness of speech, the king will be your friend. International Standard Version Whoever loves purity and gracious speech will gain the king as his friend. Majority Standard Bible He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend. NET Bible The one who loves a pure heart and whose speech is gracious--the king will be his friend. New Heart English Bible He who loves purity of heart and speaks gracefully is the king's friend. Webster's Bible Translation He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend. World English Bible He who loves purity of heart and speaks gracefully is the king’s friend. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhoever is loving cleanness of heart, "" His lips [are] grace, "" A king [is] his friend. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is loving cleanness of heart, Grace are his lips, a king is his friend. Smith's Literal Translation He loving pureness of heart the grace of his lips, the king is his friend. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that loveth cleanness of heart, for the grace of his lips shall have the king for 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. New American Bible The LORD loves the pure of heart; the person of winning speech has a king for a friend. New Revised Standard Version Those who love a pure heart and are gracious in speech will have the king as a friend. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe LORD loves him who is pure in heart and is gracious to the lips of the king's friends. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated God loves him that is pure in heart and he shows love upon the lips of the king's friends. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He that loveth pureness of heart, That hath grace in his lips, the king shall be his friend. Brenton Septuagint Translation The Lord loves holy hearts, and all blameless persons are acceptable with him: a king rules with his lips. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Good Name…10Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease. 11He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend. 12The LORD’s eyes keep watch over knowledge, but He frustrates the words of the faithless.… Cross References Psalm 45:2 You are the most handsome of men; grace has anointed your lips; therefore God has blessed you forever. Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. James 3:17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. Psalm 101:6 My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me. 1 Peter 3:10-12 For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. / He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. / For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Psalm 37:30-31 The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice. / The law of his God is in his heart; his steps do not falter. Matthew 12:34-35 You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. Colossians 4:6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. Psalm 15:1-2 A Psalm of David. O LORD, who may abide in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy mountain? / He who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart, Ephesians 4:29 Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. Psalm 34:12-13 Who is the man who delights in life, who desires to see good days? / Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech. 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Psalm 119:140 Your promise is completely pure; therefore Your servant loves it. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things. Psalm 19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Treasury of Scripture He that loves pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend. that Proverbs 16:13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right. Psalm 101:6 Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me. Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. for the grace of his lips Psalm 45:2 Thou art fairer than the children of men: grace is poured into thy lips: therefore God hath blessed thee for ever. Luke 4:22 And all bare him witness, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth. And they said, Is not this Joseph's son? the king Genesis 41:39 And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art: Ezra 7:6 This Ezra went up from Babylon; and he was a ready scribe in the law of Moses, which the LORD God of Israel had given: and the king granted him all his request, according to the hand of the LORD his God upon him. Nehemiah 2:4-6 Then the king said unto me, For what dost thou make request? So I prayed to the God of heaven… Jump to Previous Clean Cleanness Dear Friend Grace Gracious Heart King's Loves Loving Pure Pureness Purity Speaks SpeechJump to Next Clean Cleanness Dear Friend Grace Gracious Heart King's Loves Loving Pure Pureness Purity Speaks SpeechProverbs 22 1. A good name is more desirable than great wealthHe who loves a pure heart A pure heart in biblical terms refers to sincerity, integrity, and moral purity. In the Hebrew context, the heart is the center of thought, emotion, and will. A pure heart is free from deceit and malice, aligning with God's desire for holiness (Psalm 24:3-4). This phrase emphasizes the importance of internal righteousness over external appearances, echoing Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:8, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." The pursuit of a pure heart is a lifelong journey, reflecting a commitment to God's commandments and a desire to live in truth. and gracious lips will have the king for a friend Persons / Places / Events 1. The Wise ManThe individual who loves a pure heart and gracious lips, embodying wisdom and integrity. 2. The King Represents authority and leadership, often seen as a figure of power and influence in biblical times. 3. Solomon Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom and understanding. 4. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written, emphasizing wisdom and moral living. 5. The Court The setting where interactions with the king would occur, highlighting the importance of character in gaining favor. Teaching Points Value of PurityEmphasize the importance of cultivating a pure heart, which is central to Christian character and integrity. Power of Words Highlight the significance of gracious speech, which can open doors and build relationships, even with those in authority. Influence through Character Teach that true influence and favor come from inner qualities rather than external achievements. Pursuit of Wisdom Encourage the pursuit of wisdom as a lifelong journey, aligning one's heart and speech with God's standards. Role of Relationships Discuss how godly character can lead to meaningful relationships, including with those in positions of power.(11) For the grace of his lips.--Rather, who has grace of lips; one who loves the truth and can speak it pleasantly.Verse 11. - He that loveth pureness of heart; he who strives to be pure m heart (Matthew 5:8), free from guile, lust, cupidity, vice of every kind. The next clause carries on the description of the perfect character, and is best translated. And hath grace of lips, the king is his friend. He who is not only virtuous and upright, but has the gift of graciousness of speech, winning manner in conversation, such a man wilt attach the king to him by the closest bonds of friendship. We have had something very similar at ch. 16:13. Some of the versions consider that by the king God is meant. Thus the Septuagint, "The Lord loveth holy hearts, and all blameless persons are acceptable with him." The rest of the clause is connected by the LXX. with the following verse, "A king guides his flock (ποιμαίνει) with his lips; but the eyes of the Lord," etc. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He who lovesאֹהֵ֥ב (’ō·hêḇ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 157: To have affection f a pure heart טְהָר־ (ṭə·hār-) Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 2889: Clean, pure and gracious חֵ֥ן (ḥên) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2580: Graciousness, subjective, objective lips שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו (p̄ā·ṯāw) Noun - fdc | third person masculine singular Strong's 8193: The lip, language, a margin [will have] the king מֶֽלֶךְ׃ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king for a friend. רֵעֵ֥הוּ (rê·‘ê·hū) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7453: Friend, companion, fellow Links Proverbs 22:11 NIVProverbs 22:11 NLT Proverbs 22:11 ESV Proverbs 22:11 NASB Proverbs 22:11 KJV Proverbs 22:11 BibleApps.com Proverbs 22:11 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 22:11 Chinese Bible Proverbs 22:11 French Bible Proverbs 22:11 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 22:11 He who loves purity of heart (Prov. Pro Pr) |
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