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Proverbs 20:27
The spirit of man is the Lord 's lamp, searching all his innermost parts.
Proverbs 20:27 · New Heart English 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 a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.
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; how then can man understand his way?
25 It is a snare to a man to make a rash dedication, then later to consider his vows.
26 A wise king winnows out the wicked, and drives the threshing wheel over them.
27 The spirit of man is the Lord 's lamp, searching all his innermost parts.
28 Love and faithfulness keep the king safe. His throne is sustained by love.
29 The glory of young men is their strength. The splendor of old men is their gray hair.
30 Wounding blows cleanse away evil, and beatings purge the innermost parts.
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