The Heart in Proverbs

Proverbs 11:20

Those who are of a perverse heart are an abomination to the LORD,
But the blameless in their ways are His delight.

Proverbs 12:8

A man will be commended according to his wisdom,
But he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.

Proverbs 12:23

A prudent man conceals knowledge,
But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

Proverbs 15:11

Hell and Destruction are before the LORD;
So how much more the hearts of the sons of men.

Proverbs 17:3

The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold,
But the LORD tests the hearts.

Proverbs 17:20

He who has a deceitful heart finds no good,
And he who has a perverse tongue falls into evil.”

Proverbs 19:3

“The foolishness of a man twists his way,
And his heart frets against the LORD.”

Proverbs 23:17

“Do not let your heart envy sinners,
But be zealous for the fear of the LORD all the day;”

Proverbs 27:19

“As in water face reflects face,
So a man’s heart reveals the man.

Proverbs 28:26

“He who trusts in his own heart is a fool,
But whoever walks wisely will be delivered.”