Proverbs 19:21

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

American King James Version (AKJV)

There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

American Standard Version (ASV)

There are many devices in a man's heart; But the counsel of Jehovah, that shall stand.

Basic English Translation (BBE)

A man's heart may be full of designs, but the purpose of the Lord is unchanging.

Webster's Revision

There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

World English Bible

There are many plans in a man's heart, but Yahweh's counsel will prevail.

English Revised Version (ERV)

There are many devices in a man's heart; but the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Clarke's Proverbs 19:21 Bible Commentary

There are many devices, etc. - The same sentiment as in Proverbs 16:1 (note), where see the note.

Barnes's Proverbs 19:21 Bible Commentary

Contrast the many purposes of man, shifting, changing, from good to better, from bad to worse, and the one unchanging righteous "counsel" of Yahweh.