Proverbs 20:23
Divers weights are an abomination unto the Lord; and a false balance is not good.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 20 connects to 5 cross-references. Proverbs on kings, integrity, and divine knowledge: wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler; whoever is led astray by it is not wise. It is an honor to keep aloof from strife. Do not say 'I will repay evil' …
Other Translations
Diverse weights are an abomination to Jehovah; And a false balance is not good.
An abomination to Jehovah <FI>are<Fi> a stone and a stone, And balances of deceit <FI>are<Fi> not good.
Unequal weights are disgusting to the Lord, and false scales are not good.
Cross References
A false balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight.
Divers weights, and divers measures, both of them are alike abomination to the Lord.
Ye shall have just balances, and a just ephah, and a just bath.
He is a merchant, the balances of deceit are in his hand: he loveth to oppress.
Saying, When will the new moon be gone, that we may sell corn? and the sabbath, that we may set …