Proverbs 29:27

An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:27

BSB
An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.
AKJV
An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.
CPDV
The just abhor an impious man. And the impious abhor those who are on the right way. By keeping the word, the son shall be free from perdition.
ERV
An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous: and he that is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.
NHEB
A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.
SMT
A man of iniquity is an abomination of the just; and the upright of way, an abomination of the unjust one.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:27
Summary
Mutual moral opposition divides righteous from wicked
Event
Righteous and wicked despise each other
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom