2 Good people obtain favor from the Lord, but he condemns those who devise wicked schemes.

Other Translations of Proverbs 12:2

King James Version

2 A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.

English Standard Version

2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, but a man of evil devices he condemns.

The Message

2 A good person basks in the delight of God, and he wants nothing to do with devious schemers.

New King James Version

2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.

New Living Translation

2 The Lord approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:2

Commentary on Proverbs 12:2

(Read Proverbs 12:2)

The man who covers selfish and vicious designs under a profession of religion or friendship, will be condemned.