2 A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
2 Good people obtain favor from the Lord, but he condemns those who devise wicked schemes.
2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, but a man of evil devices he condemns.
2 A good person basks in the delight of God, and he wants nothing to do with devious schemers.
2 A good man obtains favor from the Lord, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.
2 The Lord approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:2
Commentary on Proverbs 12:2
(Read Proverbs 12:2)
The man who covers selfish and vicious designs under a profession of religion or friendship, will be condemned.