Proverbs 12:10

A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:10

BSB
A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are only cruelty.
AKJV
A righteous man regards the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
CPDV
The just one knows the lives of his beasts. But the inner most parts of the impious are cruel.
ERV
A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
NHEB
A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
SMT
The just one shall know the soul of his cattle: and the compassion of the unjust are cruel.

Commentary for Proverbs 12:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 12:10
Summary
Righteous show compassion to animals; wicked show cruelty.
Event
Contrasting treatment of animals
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom