Proverbs 13:13 - The Scriptures 2009 He who despises the Word is destroyed, But he who fears the command is rewarded. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: But he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition Whoever despises the word and counsel [of God] brings destruction upon himself, but he who [reverently] fears and respects the commandment [of God] is rewarded. American Standard Version (1901) Whoso despiseth the word bringeth destruction on himself; But he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. Common English Bible Trouble will come on those who despise a word, but those who respect the commandment will be rewarded. Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever denounces something obligates himself for the future. But whoever fears a lesson shall turn away in peace. Deceitful souls wander into sins. The just are merciful and compassionate. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version Whosoever speaketh ill of any thing, bindeth himself for the time to come: but he that feareth the commandment, shall dwell in peace. Deceitful souls go astray in sins: the just are merciful, and shew mercy. |