Proverbs 13:21

Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 13:21

BSB
Disaster pursues sinners, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous.
AKJV
Evil pursues sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repaid.
CPDV
Evil pursues sinners. And good things shall be distributed to the just.
ERV
Evil pursueth sinners: but the righteous shall be recompensed with good.
NHEB
Misfortune pursues sinners, but prosperity rewards the righteous.
SMT
Evil shall pursue the sinning: and good shall requite the just.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 13:21

EvilH7451pursuethH7291VerbsinnersH2400buttotherighteousH6662AdjectivegoodH2896shallberepayedH7999Verb

Commentary for Proverbs 13:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 13:21
Summary
Wrongdoing brings consequences; virtue brings blessing.
Event
Describing consequences for sinners and righteous
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom