Proverbs 21:29
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 21:29 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 21:29 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way. directeth: or, considereth" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 21:29 — KJV
“A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way. directeth: or, considereth”
— Proverbs 21:29 (KJV)
Proverbs 21:29 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 21:29
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called”
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“The wicked have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, and to slay such as be of upright conversation. such...: Heb. the upright of way”
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“Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. the sinner: Heb. sin”
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“An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.”
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“And I will take away mine hand, and thou shalt see my back parts: but my face shall not be seen.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 21:29: face, way
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