Proverbs 13:9
New Living Translation
9 The life of the godly is full of light and joy,
but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out.
Proverbs 13:9
Common English Bible
9 The light of the righteous rejoices,
but the lamp of the wicked goes out.
Proverbs 13:14-15
New Living Translation
14 The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain;
those who accept it avoid the snares of death.
15 A person with good sense is respected;
a treacherous person is headed for destruction.[a]
Footnotes
- 13:15 As in Greek version; Hebrew reads the way of the treacherous is lasting.
Proverbs 13:14-15
Common English Bible
14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life,
turning a person away from deathtraps.
15 Good insight brings favor,
but the way of the faithless is their ruin.[a]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 13:15 LXX, Syr, Vulg; MT endures
Proverbs 13:21
New Living Translation
21 Trouble chases sinners,
while blessings reward the righteous.
Proverbs 13:21
Common English Bible
21 Trouble pursues sinners,
but good things reward the righteous.
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