Proverbs 16:25
There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
In context
22 Good sense is a fountain of life to him who has it, but the instruction of fools is folly. 23 The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips. 24 Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. 26 A worker’s appetite works for him; his mouth urges him on. 27 A worthless man plots evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire. 28 A dishonest man spreads strife, and a whisperer separates close friends.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 16:25 in the KJV
There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, But the end thereof are the ways of death.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 16:25 in the NIV
There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.