The Bible › Young's Literal Translation › Proverbs 29
Proverbs 29:16
In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.
Proverbs 29:16 · Young's Literal Translation
← PreviousRead Proverbs 29Next →
Proverbs 29:16 in other translations
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
Every translation above is public domain and free to share. Other versions — NIV · ESV · NKJV · NLT · NASB · CSB · AMP — are copyrighted and open on their publishers’ partner site.
In context
13 The poor and the man of frauds have met together, Jehovah is enlightening the eyes of them both.
14 a king that is judging truly the poor, His throne for ever is established.
15 A rod and reproof give wisdom, And a youth let away is shaming his mother.
16 In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.
17 Chastise thy son, and he giveth thee comfort, Yea, he giveth delights to thy soul.
18 Without a Vision is a people made naked, And whoso is keeping the law, O his happiness!
19 By words a servant is not instructed though he understand, And there is nothing answering.
Read Proverbs 29 in the app The whole chapter