Proverbs 14:22 Meaning and Explanation
“Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Those who devise evil go astray; mercy and truth come to those who devise good.
The Context of Proverbs 14:22
What we devise—what we plan and conceive—determines what path we walk.
What Does Proverbs 14:22 Mean?
Those who plot and plan evil are in fundamental error. They mistake the way; their path leads away from what is true and good. To conceive evil, to scheme harm, is already to be on a false path. The very act of devising evil represents a kind of blindness or delusion about reality.
Those who devise good experience mercy and truth. When your intentions are good, when you scheme for others' welfare, you align yourself with what is real and right. The result is not only that you avoid the consequences of evil but that mercy and truth come to meet you. Good intentions reap good company.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 14:22
What does Proverbs 14:22 mean?
Those who devise evil go astray; mercy and truth come to those who devise good.
What is the context of Proverbs 14:22?
What we devise—what we plan and conceive—determines what path we walk.