Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. New Living Translation The godly are showered with blessings; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions. English Standard Version Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Berean Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. King James Bible Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. New King James Version Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But violence covers the mouth of the wicked. New American Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. NASB 1995 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. NASB 1977 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Legacy Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But the mouth of the wicked covers up violence. Amplified Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous [the upright, those in right standing with God], But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Christian Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Holman Christian Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. American Standard Version Blessings are upon the head of the righteous; But violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Contemporary English Version Everyone praises good people, but evil hides behind the words of the wicked. English Revised Version Blessings are upon the head of the righteous: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. GOD'S WORD® Translation Blessings cover the head of a righteous person, but violence covers the mouths of wicked people. Good News Translation Good people will receive blessings. The words of the wicked hide a violent nature. International Standard Version Blessings come upon the head of the righteous, but the words of the wicked conceal violence. Majority Standard Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. NET Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the speech of the wicked conceals violence. New Heart English Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. Webster's Bible Translation Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. World English Bible Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBlessings [are] for the head of the righteous, "" And the mouth of the wicked covers violence. Young's Literal Translation Blessings are for the head of the righteous, And the mouth of the wicked cover doth violence. Smith's Literal Translation Blessings upon the head of the just one: and violence shall cover the mouth of the unjust. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe blessing of the Lord is upon the head of the just: but iniquity covereth the mouth of the wicked. Catholic Public Domain Version The blessing of the Lord is on the head of the just. But iniquity covers the mouth of the impious. New American Bible Blessings are for the head of the just; but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. New Revised Standard Version Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBlessings are upon the head of the righteous; but iniquity covers the mouth of the wicked. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Blessing will be upon the head of the righteous and the mouth of the evil will conceal evil. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Blessings are upon the head of the righteous; But the mouth of the wicked concealeth violence. Brenton Septuagint Translation The blessing of the Lord is upon the head of the just: but untimely grief shall cover the mouth of the ungodly. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Proverbs: The Wise Son…5He who gathers in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son. 6Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 7The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.… Cross References Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. Matthew 5:3-12 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. / Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. ... Psalm 112:1-3 Hallelujah! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commandments. / His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed. / Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever. James 3:13-18 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. / But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. ... Psalm 37:22-26 Surely those He blesses will inherit the land, but the cursed will be destroyed. / The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. / Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand. ... Matthew 25:34-40 Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. / For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ ... Psalm 5:12 For surely You, O LORD, bless the righteous; You surround them with the shield of Your favor. Luke 6:20-23 Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. / Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. / Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man. ... Psalm 24:4-5 He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear deceitfully. / He will receive blessing from the LORD and vindication from the God of his salvation. 1 Peter 3:9-12 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. / For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. / He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. ... Psalm 128:1-2 A song of ascents. Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways! / For when you eat the fruit of your labor, blessings and prosperity will be yours. Romans 12:14 Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse. Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity. 1 Corinthians 4:12-13 We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; / when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world. Psalm 115:13-15 He will bless those who fear the LORD—small and great alike. / May the LORD give you increase, both you and your children. / May you be blessed by the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. Treasury of Scripture Blessings are on the head of the just: but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. blessings Proverbs 11:26 He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it. Proverbs 24:25 But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them. Proverbs 28:20 A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. violence Proverbs 10:11 The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Esther 7:8 Then the king returned out of the palace garden into the place of the banquet of wine; and Haman was fallen upon the bed whereon Esther was. Then said the king, Will he force the queen also before me in the house? As the word went out of the king's mouth, they covered Haman's face. Psalm 107:42 The righteous shall see it, and rejoice: and all iniquity shall stop her mouth. Jump to Previous Blessings Concealeth Conceals Cover Covered Covereth Covers Crown Face Head Mouth Overwhelms Righteous Sinners Sorrow Upright Violence WickedJump to Next Blessings Concealeth Conceals Cover Covered Covereth Covers Crown Face Head Mouth Overwhelms Righteous Sinners Sorrow Upright Violence WickedProverbs 10 1. Proverbs of Solomon: observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vicesBlessings are on the head of the righteous This phrase suggests that those who live in accordance with God's will and righteousness receive divine favor and protection. In biblical times, the "head" often symbolized the whole person or life, indicating that blessings encompass all aspects of the righteous person's life. The imagery of blessings being "on the head" may also evoke the anointing of kings and priests, signifying honor and divine approval. This aligns with passages like Psalm 23:5, where anointing the head with oil symbolizes abundance and favor. The righteous are often contrasted with the wicked throughout Proverbs, emphasizing the moral and spiritual rewards of living a life aligned with God's commandments. but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence Persons / Places / Events 1. The RighteousIn the context of Proverbs, the righteous are those who live according to God's laws and principles. They are characterized by their integrity, wisdom, and fear of the Lord. 2. The Wicked This refers to individuals who reject God's ways, often characterized by deceit, violence, and moral corruption. 3. Solomon Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He compiled these sayings to impart wisdom and understanding. 4. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical backdrop of Proverbs, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction. 5. Wisdom Literature A genre of biblical writing that includes Proverbs, focusing on practical life skills and moral behavior. Teaching Points The Reward of RighteousnessLiving righteously brings blessings, both spiritually and materially. This is a promise that God honors those who follow His ways. The Consequences of Wickedness The wicked may attempt to hide their true intentions, but their actions ultimately lead to violence and destruction. This serves as a warning against deceitful living. The Power of Words Our words can either bless or harm. The righteous use their words to uplift and encourage, while the wicked use theirs to deceive and harm. Pursuing Godly Wisdom True wisdom comes from aligning our lives with God's principles. This pursuit leads to a life marked by blessings and peace. Integrity in Action Righteousness is not just about belief but is demonstrated through actions. Living with integrity is a testament to one's faith and trust in God.(6) Violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.--Curses and deeds of violence have proceeded from his mouth, but God frustrates them, they "return unto him void" (Isaiah 55:11), and, as it were, stop his mouth, reducing him to silence.Verse 6. - Violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. So Ver. 11. This is usually explained to mean either that the consciousness of his own iniquity silences the sinner when he would speak against the righteous, or his violence and injustice, returning on his own head, are like a bandage over his mouth (Leviticus 13:45; Micah 3:7), reducing him to shame and silence. Others, again, consider the signification to be - in default of the good, honest words which should proceed from a man's mouth, the sinner pours forth injustice and wickedness. But it is best (as in Ver. 14) to take "mouth" as the subject: "The mouth of the wicked concealeth violence," that he may wait for the opportunity of practising it. The contrast is between the manifest blessedness of the righteous and the secret sinister proceedings of the evil. The Vulgate and Septuagint give, "the blessing of the Lord." For "violence" the Septuagint has πένθος ἄωρον, "untimely grief;" the Hebrew word chamas bearing also the sense of "misery." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Blessingsבְּ֭רָכוֹת (bə·rā·ḵō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 1293: Benediction, prosperity are on the head לְרֹ֣אשׁ (lə·rōš) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7218: The head of the righteous, צַדִּ֑יק (ṣad·dîq) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6662: Just, righteous but the mouth וּפִ֥י (ū·p̄î) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to of the wicked רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person conceals יְכַסֶּ֥ה (yə·ḵas·seh) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover violence. חָמָֽס׃ (ḥā·mās) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2555: Violence, wrong, by meton, unjust gain Links Proverbs 10:6 NIVProverbs 10:6 NLT Proverbs 10:6 ESV Proverbs 10:6 NASB Proverbs 10:6 KJV Proverbs 10:6 BibleApps.com Proverbs 10:6 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 10:6 Chinese Bible Proverbs 10:6 French Bible Proverbs 10:6 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 10:6 Blessings are on the head (Prov. 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