Proverbs 16:6

By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:6

BSB
By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.
AKJV
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
CPDV
By mercy and truth, iniquity is redeemed. And by the fear of the Lord, one turns away from evil.
ERV
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
NHEB
By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
SMT
By mercy and truth iniquity shall be expiated: and in the fear of Jehovah a departing from evil.

Commentary for Proverbs 16:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:6
Summary
Compassion and honesty atone for sin; reverence prevents wrongdoing
Event
Pathways to forgiveness and moral transformation
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Covenant