Proverbs 29:16
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
In other versions
When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
ASV
When evil men are in power, wrongdoing is increased; but the upright will have pleasure when they see their downfall.
BBE
When the wicked increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.
DBY
When the wicked increase, sin increases; But the righteous will see their downfall.
WEB
In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.
YLT
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases: but the righteous shall see their fall.
ENG
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
WBT
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
BSB
In context
14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.