Proverbs 11:9
“An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.”
Proverbs 11:9 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The dissembler with his mouth deceiveth his friend: but the just shall be delivered by knowledge.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered.
- DARBYDarby
- With his mouth a hypocrite destroyeth his neighbour; but through knowledge are the righteous delivered.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- With his mouth the godless man destroys his neighbor, but the righteous will be delivered through knowledge.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- With the mouth a hypocrite corrupteth his friend, And by knowledge the righteous are drawn out.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
Context: Proverbs 11
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.
9An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
10When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
11By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
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.