Proverbs 14:11

“The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.”

King James Version (KJV)

Other Translations

The house of the wicked shall bee ouerthrowen: but the tabernacle of the vpright shall flourish.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

The house of the wicked will be destroyed, But the tent of the upright will flourish.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; But the tent of the upright shall flourish.
- American Standard Version (1901)

The house of the sinner will be overturned, but the tent of the upright man will do well.
- Basic English Bible

The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; but the tent of the upright shall flourish.
- Darby Bible

The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
- Webster's Bible

The house of the wicked will be overthrown, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
- World English Bible

The house of the wicked is destroyed, And the tent of the upright flourisheth.
- Youngs Literal Bible

The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; but the tent of the upright shall flourish.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Bible commentary

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 14:11


14:9 Favour - They find favour both with God and men.

14:10 Bitterness - The inward griefs and joys of mens hearts, are not known to any but a man's self.

14:12 Right - There are some evil courses which men may think to be lawful and good. The end - The event shews that they were sinful and destructive.

14:13 In laughter - The outward signs of joy are often mixed with real sorrow.


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