Proverbs 28:17

A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 28:17

BSB
A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.
AKJV
A man that does violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
CPDV
A man who slanders the blood of a life, even if he flees to the pit, no one will tolerate him.
ERV
A man that is laden with the blood of any person shall flee unto the pit; let no man stay him.
NHEB
A man who is tormented by life blood will be a fugitive until death; no one will support him.
SMT
He terrifying violence upon the blood of a soul shall flee even to the pit; none shall hold fast upon him.

Commentary for Proverbs 28:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 28:17
Summary
Murderers face inevitable judgment and exile
Event
Murderer flees toward destruction
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Judgment