Proverbs 11:23

The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 11:23

BSB
The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath.
AKJV
The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.
CPDV
The desire of the just is entirely good. The anticipation of the impious is fury.
ERV
The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.
NHEB
The desire of the righteous is only good. The expectation of the wicked is wrath.
SMT
The desire of the just is only good: the expectation of the unjust, wrath.

Commentary for Proverbs 11:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 11:23
Summary
Righteous desire leads to good outcomes.
Event
Comparing outcomes of desires
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom