Proverbs 14:34 - The Message

God-devotion makes a country strong; God-avoidance leaves people weak.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

Righteousness exalteth a nation: But sin is a reproach to any people.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

Uprightness and right standing with God (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation) elevate a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.

American Standard Version (1901)

Righteousness exalteth a nation; But sin is a reproach to any people.

Common English Bible

Righteousness dignifies a nation, but sin disgraces a people.

Catholic Public Domain Version

Justice elevates a nation. But sin makes the peoples miserable.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

Justice exalteth a nation: but sin maketh nations miserable.

Proverbs 14:34 Cross References