Proverbs 3:31

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Don't be jealous of cruel people or follow their example.

Cross References

Psalm 37:1

Don't be annoyed by anyone who does wrong, and don't envy them.

Psalm 73:3

because it made me jealous to see proud and evil people and to watch them prosper.

Proverbs 12:12

An evil person tries to hide behind evil; good people are like trees with deep roots.

Proverbs 23:17

Don't be jealous of sinners, but always honour the LORD.

Proverbs 24:1

Don't be jealous of crooks or want to be their friends.

Ecclesiastes 5:8

Don't be surprised if the poor of your country are abused, and injustice takes the place of justice. After all, the lower officials must do what the higher ones order them to do.

Galatians 5:21

envious. They get drunk, carry on at wild parties, and do other evil things as well. I told you before, and I am telling you again: no one who does these things will share in the blessings of God's kingdom.