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Proverbs 20:27
The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.
Proverbs 20:27 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 20:27 in other translations
The spirit of man is the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly.
The spirit of man is the LORD’s lamp, searching all his innermost parts.
The spirit of man is the Lord 's lamp, searching all his innermost parts.
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In context
24 A man’s steps are from the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way?
25 It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows.
26 A wise king separates out the wicked and drives the threshing wheel over them.
27 The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.
28 Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king; by these he maintains his throne.
29 The glory of young men is their strength, and gray hair is the splendor of the old.
30 Lashes and wounds scour evil, and beatings cleanse the inmost parts.
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