Proverbs 29:10
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
In other versions
The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
ASV
Men of blood are haters of the good man, and evil-doers go after his soul.
BBE
The bloodthirsty hate the perfect, but the upright care for his soul.
DBY
The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; And they seek the life of the upright.
WEB
Men of blood hate the perfect, And the upright seek his soul.
YLT
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
ENG
The blood-thirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
WBT
Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.
BSB
In context
8Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.
9If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
11A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
12If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
