Verse Comparison: Proverbs 14:21
American Standard Version
He that despiseth his neighbor sinneth; But he that hath pity on the poor, happy is he.
Amplified® Bible
He who despises his neighbor sins [against God, his fellowman, and himself], but happy (blessed and fortunate) is he who is kind {and} merciful to the poor.
Contemporary English Version
It's wrong to hate others, but God blesses everyone who is kind to the poor.
Darby English Version
He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth; but he that is gracious to the afflicted, happy is he.
Good News Bible
If you want to be happy, be kind to the poor; it is a sin to despise anyone.
King James Version
He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
New American Standard Bible
He who despises his neighbor sins, But happy is he who is gracious to the poor.
New International Version
He who despises his neighbor sins,
but blessed is he who is kind to the needy.
New King James Version
He who despises his neighbor sins;
But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
He who despises his neighbor sins, But people find happiness who show graciousness to the poor.
Revised Standard Version
He who despises his neighbor is a sinner, but happy is he who is kind to the poor.
Young's Literal Translation
Whoso is despising his neighbour sinneth, Whoso is favouring the humble, O his happiness.