Parallel Verses
International Standard Version
A gracious man benefits himself, but the cruel person damages himself.
New American Standard Bible
But the cruel man
King James Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Holman Bible
but a cruel man brings disaster on himself.
A Conservative Version
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
American Standard Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Amplified
The merciful and generous man benefits his soul [for his behavior returns to bless him],
But the cruel and callous man does himself harm.
Bible in Basic English
The man who has mercy will be rewarded, but the cruel man is the cause of trouble to himself.
Darby Translation
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but the cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Julia Smith Translation
The man of mercy benefited his soul: and the cruel troubled his flesh.
King James 2000
The merciful man does good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubles his own flesh.
Lexham Expanded Bible
A person of kindness rewards himself, but a cruel [person] harms his own flesh.
Modern King James verseion
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
He that hath a gentle liberal stomach is merciful; but whoso hurteth his neighbour, is a tyrant.
NET Bible
A kind person benefits himself, but a cruel person brings himself trouble.
New Heart English Bible
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
The Emphasized Bible
The man of lovingkindness, dealeth well with his own soul, but the cruel man, troubleth his own flesh.
Webster
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
World English Bible
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
Youngs Literal Translation
A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh.
Themes
Cruelty » General references to
God's Promises » Special promises to children, examples of » To the merciful
Interlinear
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Word Count of 20 Translations in Proverbs 11:17
Verse Info
Context Readings
Proverbs Of Solomon
16 A gracious woman attains honor, but ruthless men attain wealth. 17 A gracious man benefits himself, but the cruel person damages himself. 18 Evil people earn deceptive wages, but those who plant righteousness are truly rewarded.
Cross References
Matthew 5:7
"How blessed are those who are merciful, because it is they who will receive mercy!
Matthew 25:34-40
"Then the king will say to those on his right, "Come, you who have been blessed by my Father! Inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world,
Job 20:19-23
because he has crushed and abandoned the poor; he has seized a house that he didn't build.
Psalm 41:1-4
Blessed is the one who is considerate of the destitute; the LORD will deliver him when the times are evil.
Psalm 112:4-9
A light shines in the darkness for the upright, for the one who is gracious, compassionate, and just.
Proverbs 15:27
Those who are greedy for unjust gain bring trouble into their homes, but the person who hates bribes will live.
Ecclesiastes 4:8
Consider someone who is alone, having neither son nor brother. There is no end to all of his work, and he is never satisfied with wealth. "So for whom do I work," he asks, "and deprive myself of pleasure?" This, too, is pointless and a terrible tragedy.
Isaiah 57:1
"Also the righteous are perishing, but no one takes it to heart; devout people are taken away, while no one understands that the righteous person is taken away from calamity.
Isaiah 58:7-12
Isn't it to share your bread with the hungry, and to bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him with clothing, and not to raise yourself up from your own flesh and blood?"
Daniel 4:27
Therefore, your majesty, may my advice be acceptable to you: Stop your sinning, do what's right, and put a stop to your wickedness by showing kindness to the oppressed. Perhaps your tranquility will continue."
Matthew 6:14-15
Because if you forgive people their offenses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
Luke 6:38
Give, and it will be given to you. A large quantity, pressed together, shaken down, and running over will be put into your lap, because you'll be evaluated by the same standard with which you evaluate others."
2 Corinthians 9:6-14
Remember this: The person who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the person who sows generously will also reap generously.
Philippians 4:17
It is not that I am looking for a gift. No, I want to see that you receive the fruit that increases to your benefit.
James 2:13
For the one who has shown no mercy will be judged without mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgment.
James 5:1-5
Now listen, you rich people! Cry and moan over the miseries that are overtaking you.
Isaiah 32:7-8
Furthermore, the crimes of bad people are evil; and they devise wicked schemes, destroying the poor with lying words, even when needy people plead a just cause.