Verse Comparison: Proverbs 11:17
American Standard Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Amplified® Bible
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.
Contemporary English Version
Kindness is rewarded-- but if you are cruel, you hurt yourself.
Darby English Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but the cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Good News Bible
You do yourself a favor when you are kind. If you are cruel, you only hurt yourself.
King James Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
New American Standard Bible
The merciful man does himself good, But the cruel man does himself harm.
New International Version
A kind man benefits himself,
but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
New King James Version
The merciful man does good for his own soul,
But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The merciful man does himself good, But the cruel man does himself harm.
Revised Standard Version
A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.
Young's Literal Translation
A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh.
