Proverbs 28:28

When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 28:28

BSB
When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish.
AKJV
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.
CPDV
When the impious rise up, men will hide themselves. When they perish, the just shall be multiplied.
ERV
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.
NHEB
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous thrive.
SMT
In the rising up of the unjust, man shalt hide: and in their perishing, the lust shall increase.

Commentary for Proverbs 28:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 28:28
Summary
Wicked rise brings fear; their demise brings flourishing
Event
Wicked rise versus righteous increase
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom