Proverbs 29:6-7
Amplified Bible
6
By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped,
But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
7
The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor,
But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge.(A)
Proverbs 29:6-7
New American Standard Bible
6 By wrongdoing an evil person is (A)ensnared,
But the righteous (B)sings and rejoices.
7 The (C)righteous [a]is concerned for the rights of the poor;
The wicked does not understand such [b]concern.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:7 Lit knows the cause
- Proverbs 29:7 Lit knowledge
Proverbs 29:10
Amplified Bible
10
The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity],
But the upright are concerned for his life.(A)
Proverbs 29:10
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:10 Lit seek his soul
Proverbs 29:16
Amplified Bible
16
When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases,
But the righteous will see the downfall of the wicked.
Proverbs 29:16
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:16 Or become great
Proverbs 29:27
Amplified Bible
27
An unjust man is repulsive to the righteous,
And he who is upright in the way [of the Lord] is repulsive to the wicked.
Proverbs 29:27
New American Standard Bible
27 An (A)unjust person is an abomination to the righteous,
And one who is (B)upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.
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