Proverbs 13:13 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769

Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: But he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.

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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.