Proverbs 12:26
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.In other versions
The righteous is a guide to his neighbor; But the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
ASV
The upright man is a guide to his neighbour, but the way of evil-doers is a cause of error to them.
BBE
The righteous guideth his neighbour; but the way of the wicked misleadeth them.
DBY
A righteous person is cautious in friendship, But the way of the wicked leads them astray.
WEB
The righteous searcheth his companion, And the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
YLT
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduces them.
ENG
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbor: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
WBT
A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
BSB
In context
24The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
25Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.
26The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
27The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
28In the way of righteousness is life: and in the pathway thereof there is no death.