Proverbs 11:28

He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 11:28

BSB
He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage.
AKJV
He that trusts in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
CPDV
Whoever trusts in his riches will fall. But the just shall spring up like a green leaf.
ERV
He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as the green leaf.
NHEB
He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous shall flourish as the green leaf.
SMT
He trusting in his riches himself shall fall: and the just shall flourish as the foliage.

Commentary for Proverbs 11:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 11:28
Summary
Trust in wealth fails; righteousness flourishes.
Event
Comparing stability sources
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom