Proverbs 18:3

When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:3

BSB
With a wicked man comes contempt as well, and shame is accompanied by disgrace.
AKJV
When the wicked comes, then comes also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
CPDV
The impious, when he has arrived within the depths of sin, thinks little of it. But ill repute and disgrace follow him.
ERV
When the wicked cometh, there cometh also contempt, and with ignominy cometh reproach.
NHEB
When wickedness comes, contempt also comes, and with shame comes disgrace.
SMT
In the coming of the unjust also came contempt, and with dishonor, reproach.

Commentary for Proverbs 18:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 18:3
Summary
Wickedness brings public shame and dishonor
Event
Consequence of wickedness
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom