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Proverbs 29:6

World English Bible

An evil man is snared by his sin,
but the righteous can sing and be glad.

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Proverbs 29:6 in other translations

In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.

Proverbs 29:6 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 29:6 in context

  1. 4The king by justice makes the land stable,
    but he who takes bribes tears it down.
  2. 5A man who flatters his neighbor
    spreads a net for his feet.
  3. 6An evil man is snared by his sin,
    but the righteous can sing and be glad.
  4. 7The righteous care about justice for the poor.
    The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.
  5. 8Mockers stir up a city,
    but wise men turn away anger.