Proverbs 11:20 Meaning and Explanation
“They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God abhors those of twisted heart; He delights in those who walk uprightly.
The Context of Proverbs 11:20
The divine perspective on character types.
What Does Proverbs 11:20 Mean?
A froward—twisted, perverse—heart is one that is bent away from integrity toward deception and self-interest. The Lord's abhorrence of such a heart is absolute; there is no fellowship between the twisted heart and the righteous God.
Those upright in their way, by contrast, are the Lord's delight. Their consistency between profession and action, their alignment with what is true and just, brings divine pleasure. They are valued and approved.
Proverbs 11:20 in the Original Language
itol (עִקֵּשׁ), 'froward' — crooked, perverse, deliberately bent away from righteousness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 11:20
What does Proverbs 11:20 mean?
God abhors those of twisted heart; He delights in those who walk uprightly.
What is the context of Proverbs 11:20?
The divine perspective on character types.