Proverbs 11:17

The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 11:17

BSB
A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
AKJV
The merciful man does good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubles his own flesh.
CPDV
A merciful man benefits his own soul. But whoever is cruel casts out even his close relatives.
ERV
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
NHEB
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
SMT
The man of mercy benefited his soul: and the cruel troubled his flesh.

Commentary for Proverbs 11:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 11:17
Summary
Compassion benefits oneself; cruelty harms oneself
Event
Mercy and cruelty have personal consequences
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom