Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
KJV

Proverbs 17:3

The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the Lord trieth the hearts.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
As silver and gold are tried in a furnace, so are choice hearts with the Lord.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
As silver and gold are tried in a furnace, so are choice hearts with the Lord.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, but Yahweh tests the hearts.
World English Bible

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