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Proverbs 29:10

The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
Proverbs 29:10 · King James Version

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.

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