Proverbs 14:32
“The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.”
Proverbs 14:32 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The wicked man shall be driven out in his wickedness: but the just hath hope in his death.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The wicked is thrust down in his evil-doing; But the righteous hath a refuge in his death.
- DARBYDarby
- The wicked is driven away by his evil-doing; but the righteous trusteth, even in his death.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The wicked is brought down in his calamity, but in death, the righteous has a refuge.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- In his wickedness is the wicked driven away, And trustful in his death is the righteous.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The wicked are driven away by their wickedness, but the righteous have hope in their death.
Context: Proverbs 14
30A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
31He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
32The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
33Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.
34Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
About Proverbs 14: Wisdom and Folly
Proverbs 14 explores the outcomes of choosing the path of wisdom over the path of folly, emphasizing the impact of one's choices.
Commentary
Proverbs 14 invites us to reflect on our choices and their impact on our lives. It reminds us that wisdom is not only a matter of intelligence, but of character and discernment. It cautions us against the allure of quick and easy gains, and counsels us to strive for integrity and excellence. The chapter also encourages us to seek good company and to let go of bad influences. Ultimately, it challenges us to embrace the way of wisdom and reject the way of folly, in order to live a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and pleasing to God.