Proverbs 20:9 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?”

Proverbs 20:9

bookmark_border Save Verse

menu_book Verse in Context

Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

The just {man} walketh in his integrity: his children {are} blessed after him.

A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes.

Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?

Divers weights, {and} divers measures, both of them {are} alike abomination to the LORD. {Divers weights: Heb. A stone and a stone} {divers measures: Heb. an ephah and an ephah}

Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work {be} pure, and whether {it be} right.

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

Save your favorite verses, get AI-powered insights tailored to your life, and discover related scripture for your spiritual journey.

person_add Create Free Account library_books Explore Topics

From This Chapter

Proverbs 20:1

"Wine {is} a mocker, strong drink {is} raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise."

Proverbs 20:2

"The fear of a king {is} as the roaring of a lion: {whoso} provoketh him to anger sinneth {against} his own soul."

Proverbs 20:3

"{It is} an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling."

Proverbs 20:4

"The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; {therefore} shall he beg in harvest, and {have} nothing. {cold: or, winter}"

Proverbs 20:5

"Counsel in the heart of man {is like} deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out."

Proverbs 20:6

"Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? {goodness: or, bounty}"

Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.

Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.

shareShare Your Journey

menu_book Verse in Context

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

From This Chapter