Proverbs 12:26

The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:26

BSB
A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
AKJV
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbor: but the way of the wicked seduces them.
CPDV
He who ignores a loss for the sake of a friend is just. But the way of the impious will deceive them.
ERV
The righteous is a guide to his neighbour: but the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
NHEB
A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
SMT
The just excelled above his neighbor: and the way of the unjust shall lead them astray.

Commentary for Proverbs 12:26

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 12:26
Summary
Righteousness exceeds neighbors; wickedness leads astray.
Event
Moral comparison made
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom