Proverbs 20:5

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The intentions of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.
World English Bible (WEB)
Counsel{H6098} in the heart{H3820} of man{H376} is like deep{H6013} water{H4325}; but a man{H376} of understanding{H8394} will draw it out{H1802}{(H8799)}.
Strong's King James
A plan in man's heart, deep waters, An intelligent man draws it out.
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The F.O.G Paraphrase
Counsel in the heart of a man is deep water, And a man of understanding draweth it up.
Young's Literal Translation

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