Verse Comparison: Proverbs 18:3
American Standard Version
When the wicked cometh, there cometh also contempt, And with ignominy `cometh' reproach.
Amplified® Bible
When the wicked comes in [to the depth of evil], he becomes a contemptuous despiser [of all that is pure and good], and with inner baseness comes outer shame {and} reproach.
Contemporary English Version
Wrongdoing leads to shame and disgrace.
Darby English Version
When the wicked cometh, there cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
Good News Bible
Sin and shame go together. Lose your honor, and you will get scorn in its place.
King James Version
When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
New American Standard Bible
When a wicked man comes, contempt also comes, And with dishonor {comes} scorn.
New International Version
When wickedness comes, so does contempt,
and with shame comes disgrace.
New King James Version
When the wicked comes, contempt comes also;
And with dishonor comes reproach.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
When a wicked man comes, contempt also comes, And with dishonor comes scorn.
Revised Standard Version
When wickedness comes, contempt comes also; and with dishonor comes disgrace.
Young's Literal Translation
With the coming of the wicked come also hath contempt, And with shame -- reproach.
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.
