10 He who leads the upright astray in an evil way
Will (A)himself fall into his own pit,
But the (B)blameless will inherit good.
11 The rich man is (C)wise in his own eyes,
But the poor who has understanding [a]sees through him.
12 When the (D)righteous triumph, there is great glory,
But (E)when the wicked rise, men [b]hide themselves.
13 He who (F)conceals his transgressions will not prosper,
But he who (G)confesses and forsakes them will find compassion.
14 How blessed is the man who (H)fears always,
But he who (I)hardens his heart will fall into calamity.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 28:11 Lit examines him
  2. Proverbs 28:12 Lit will be searched for