Proverbs 21:7-8
Amplified Bible
7
The violence of the wicked will [return to them and] drag them away [like fish caught in a net],
Because they refuse to act with justice.
8
The way of the guilty is [exceedingly] crooked,
But as for the pure, his conduct is upright.
Proverbs 21:7-8
New American Standard Bible
7 The violence of the wicked will sweep them away,
Because they (A)refuse to act with justice.
8 The way of a guilty person is (B)crooked,
But as for the pure, his conduct is upright.
Proverbs 21:10
Amplified Bible
10
The soul of the wicked desires evil [like an addictive substance];
His neighbor finds no compassion in his eyes.(A)
Proverbs 21:10
New American Standard Bible
10 The soul of the wicked desires evil;
His (A)neighbor is shown no compassion in his eyes.
Proverbs 21:27
Amplified Bible
27
The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable and offensive [to the Lord].
How much more [unacceptable and insulting can it be] when he brings it with evil intention?
Proverbs 21:27
New American Standard Bible
27 The (A)sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination,
How much more when he brings it with evil intent!
Proverbs 21:29
Amplified Bible
29
A wicked man puts on a bold face,
But as for the upright, he considers, directs, and establishes his way [with the confidence of integrity].
Proverbs 21:29
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 21:29 Lit makes firm with his face
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