Proverbs 14:19

The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:19

BSB
The evil bow before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
AKJV
The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
CPDV
The evil will fall down before the good. And the impious will fall down before the gates of the just.
ERV
The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
NHEB
The evil bow down before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
SMT
The evil bowed before the good, and the unjust at the gates of the just one.

Commentary for Proverbs 14:19

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:19
Summary
Righteousness commands respect from others
Place
Gates
Event
Evil submits to good's authority
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom