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14 he plots evil with perverse thoughts[a] in his heart,
he spreads contention[b] at all times.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 6:14 tn The noun is an adverbial accusative of manner, explaining the circumstances that inform his evil plans.
  2. Proverbs 6:14 tn The word “contention” is from the root דִּין (din); the noun means “strife, contention, quarrel.” The normal plural form is represented by the Qere, and the contracted form by the Kethib.

14     who plots evil(A) with deceit in his heart—
    he always stirs up conflict.(B)

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