Verse Comparison: Proverbs 19:29
American Standard Version
Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And stripes for the back of fools.
Amplified® Bible
Judgments are prepared for scoffers, and stripes for the backs of [self-confident] fools.
Contemporary English Version
Every stupid fool is just waiting to be punished.
Darby English Version
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of the foolish.
Good News Bible
A conceited fool is sure to get a beating.
King James Version
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.
New American Standard Bible
Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools.
New International Version
Penalties are prepared for mockers,
and beatings for the backs of fools.
New King James Version
Judgments are prepared for scoffers,
And beatings for the backs of fools.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
God prepares judgments for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools.
Revised Standard Version
Condemnation is ready for scoffers,
and flogging for the backs of fools.
Young's Literal Translation
Judgments have been prepared for scorners, And stripes for the back of fools!
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