Verse Comparison: Proverbs 12:2
American Standard Version
A good man shall obtain favor of Jehovah; But a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
Amplified® Bible
A good man obtains favor from the Lord, but a man of wicked devices He condemns.
Contemporary English Version
The LORD likes everyone who lives right, but he punishes everyone who makes evil plans.
Darby English Version
A good [man] obtaineth favour of Jehovah; but a man of mischievous devices will he condemn.
Good News Bible
The LORD is pleased with good people, but condemns those who plan evil.
King James Version
A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
New American Standard Bible
A good man will obtain favor from the LORD, But He will condemn a man who devises evil.
New International Version
A good man obtains favor from the LORD,
but the LORD condemns a crafty man.
New King James Version
A good man obtains favor from the LORD,
But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A good man will obtain favor from the LORD, But He will condemn a man who devises evil.
Revised Standard Version
A good man obtains favor from the LORD, but a man of evil devices he condemns.
Young's Literal Translation
The good bringeth forth favour from Jehovah, And the man of wicked devices He condemneth.
Start Your Day with Scripture
Begin your day with God's Word — the Berean brings Scripture and commentary every morning.
Join 150,000+ subscribers growing daily in God's Word.
