Proverbs 11:27-29

Darby Translation

²⁷He that is earnest after good seeketh favour; but he that searcheth for mischief, it shall come upon him.

²⁸He that trusteth in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a leaf.

²⁹He that troubleth his own house shall inherit wind; and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.

Proverbs 11:27-29

New International Version

²⁷Whoever seeks good finds favor,
but evil comes to one who searches for it.^(A)

²⁸Those who trust in their riches will fall,^(B)
but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.^(C)

²⁹Whoever brings ruin on their family will inherit only wind,
and the fool will be servant to the wise.^(D)

Darby Translation (DARBY)

New International Version (NIV)