Proverbs 11:6
“The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.”
Proverbs 11:6 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The justice of the righteous shall deliver them: and the unjust shall be caught in their own snares.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them; But the treacherous shall be taken in their own iniquity.
- DARBYDarby
- The righteousness of the upright delivereth them; but the treacherous are taken in their own craving.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them, but the unfaithful will be trapped by evil desires.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The righteousness of the upright delivereth them, And in mischief the treacherous are captured.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.
Context: Proverbs 11
4Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
5The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
6The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.
7When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men perisheth.
8The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.
About Proverbs 11: Wisdom for Righteous Living
Proverbs 11 emphasizes the importance of integrity, righteousness, and the blessings that follow those who walk in wisdom
Commentary
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of practical wisdom that has stood the test of time. Chapter 11 highlights the importance of character and how our actions have consequences. It reminds us that righteousness is not just about doing good and avoiding evil, but it's also about having the right motives and attitudes. We see that God cares about how we live and wants us to reflect his character in all aspects of our lives. As we apply the teachings of this chapter, we can experience the blessings of a life lived in alignment with God's wisdom.