Proverbs 21:7

New English Translation

The violence done by the wicked will drag them away because they refuse to do what is right.

Cross References

Psalm 7:16

He becomes the victim of his own destructive plans and the violence he intended for others falls on his own head.

Psalm 9:16

The Lord revealed himself; he accomplished justice; the wicked were ensnared by their own actions. (Higgaion. Selah)

Proverbs 10:6

Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the speech of the wicked conceals violence.

Proverbs 21:21

The one who pursues righteousness and love finds life, bounty, and honor.

Jeremiah 7:15

And I will drive you out of my sight just like I drove out your relatives, the people of Israel.’”

Ezekiel 18:18

As for his father, because he practices extortion, robs his brother, and does what is not good among his people, he will die for his iniquity.

Amos 5:7

The Israelites turn justice into bitterness; they throw what is fair and right to the ground.

Ephesians 5:6

Let nobody deceive you with empty words, for because of these things God’s wrath comes on the sons of disobedience.