Proverbs 11:17 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel person brings ruin on himself. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition The merciful, kind, and generous man benefits himself [for his deeds return to bless him], but he who is cruel and callous [to the wants of others] brings on himself retribution. American Standard Version (1901) The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. Common English Bible Kind persons benefit themselves, but cruel people harm themselves. Catholic Public Domain Version A merciful man benefits his own soul. But whoever is cruel casts out even his close relatives. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version A merciful man doth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel casteth off even his own kindred. |
The one who profits dishonestly troubles his household, but the one who hates bribes will live.
A generous person will be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor.
There is a person without a companion, without even a son or brother, and though there is no end to all his struggles, his eyes are still not content with riches. ‘Who am I struggling for,’ he asks, ‘and depriving myself of good things? ’ This too is futile and a miserable task.
The righteous person perishes, and no one takes it to heart; the faithful are taken away, with no one realising that the righteous person is taken away because of evil.
Therefore, may my advice seem good to you, my king. Separate yourself from your sins by doing what is right, and from your injustices by showing mercy to the needy. Perhaps there will be an extension of your prosperity.’
Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure #– #pressed down, shaken together, and running over #– #will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.’
Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the profit , that is increasing to your account.
For judgement is without mercy to the one who has not shown mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgement.