Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. New Living Translation The whole city celebrates when the godly succeed; they shout for joy when the wicked die. English Standard Version When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish there are shouts of gladness. Berean Standard Bible When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. King James Bible When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. New King James Version When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices; And when the wicked perish, there is jubilation. New American Standard Bible When things go well for the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there is joyful shouting. NASB 1995 When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there is joyful shouting. NASB 1977 When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there is glad shouting. Legacy Standard Bible When it goes well with the righteous, the city exults, And when the wicked perish, there is joyful shouting. Amplified Bible When it goes well for the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. Christian Standard Bible When the righteous thrive, a city rejoices; when the wicked die, there is joyful shouting. Holman Christian Standard Bible When the righteous thrive, a city rejoices, and when the wicked die, there is joyful shouting. American Standard Version When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; And when the wicked perish, there is shouting. Contemporary English Version When honest people prosper and the wicked disappear, the whole city celebrates. English Revised Version When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. GOD'S WORD® Translation When righteous people prosper, a city is glad. When wicked people die, there are songs of joy. Good News Translation A city is happy when honest people have good fortune, and there are joyful shouts when the wicked die. International Standard Version The city rejoices when the righteous prosper, and when the wicked perish there is jubilation. NET Bible When the righteous do well, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there is joy. New Heart English Bible When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices. When the wicked perish, there is shouting. Webster's Bible Translation When the righteous prosper, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. World English Bible When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices. When the wicked perish, there is shouting. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA city exults in the good of the righteous, "" And in the destruction of the wicked [is] singing. Young's Literal Translation In the good of the righteous a city exulteth, And in the destruction of the wicked is singing. Smith's Literal Translation In the good of the just the city will exult: and in the perishing of the unjust it rejoiced. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhen it goeth well with the just the city shall rejoice: and when the wicked perish there shall be praise. Catholic Public Domain Version In the good of the just, the city shall exult. And in the perdition of the impious, there shall be praise. New American Bible When the just prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there is jubilation. New Revised Standard Version When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices; and when the wicked perish, there is jubilation. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen it goes well with the righteous, the city becomes powerful; and when the wicked perish, there is rejoicing. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated By the blessing of the righteous the city will be strong, and in the destruction of the evil it will rejoice. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; And when the wicked perish, there is joy. Brenton Septuagint Translation In the prosperity of righteous men a city prospers: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Dishonest Scales…9With his mouth the ungodly man destroys his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous are rescued. 10When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. 11By the blessing of the upright a city is built up, but by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down.… Cross References Ezekiel 18:23 Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live? Ezekiel 33:11 Say to them: ‘As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that the wicked should turn from their ways and live. Turn! Turn from your evil ways! For why should you die, O house of Israel?’ Psalm 58:10-11 The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked. / Then men will say, “There is surely a reward for the righteous! There is surely a God who judges the earth!” Psalm 37:12-15 The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them, / but the Lord laughs, seeing that their day is coming. / The wicked have drawn the sword and bent the bow to bring down the poor and needy, to slay those whose ways are upright. ... Psalm 35:26-28 May those who gloat in my distress be ashamed and confounded; may those who exalt themselves over me be clothed in shame and reproach. / May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.” / Then my tongue will proclaim Your righteousness and Your praises all day long. Job 20:5 the triumph of the wicked has been brief and the joy of the godless momentary? Job 8:20-22 Behold, God does not reject the blameless, nor will He strengthen the hand of evildoers. / He will yet fill your mouth with laughter, and your lips with a shout of joy. / Your enemies will be clothed in shame, and the tent of the wicked will be no more.” Isaiah 14:7-8 All the earth is at peace and at rest; they break out in song. / Even the cypresses and cedars of Lebanon exult over you: “Since you have been laid low, no woodcutter comes against us.” Isaiah 26:10 Though grace is shown to the wicked man, he does not learn righteousness. In the land of righteousness he acts unjustly and fails to see the majesty of the LORD. Jeremiah 51:48 Then heaven and earth and all that is in them will shout for joy over Babylon because the destroyers from the north will come against her,” declares the LORD. Revelation 18:20 Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her. Revelation 19:1-3 After this I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude in heaven, shouting: “Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God! / For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” / And a second time they called out: “Hallelujah! Her smoke rises forever and ever.” Luke 15:7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous ones who do not need to repent. Luke 15:10 In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” Matthew 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. Treasury of Scripture When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. it goeth Proverbs 28:12,28 When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden… Esther 8:15,16 And Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal apparel of blue and white, and with a great crown of gold, and with a garment of fine linen and purple: and the city of Shushan rejoiced and was glad… when Exodus 15:21 And Miriam answered them, Sing ye to the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously; the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea. Judges 5:31 So let all thine enemies perish, O LORD: but let them that love him be as the sun when he goeth forth in his might. And the land had rest forty years. Job 27:23 Men shall clap their hands at him, and shall hiss him out of his place. Jump to Previous City Cries Death Destruction Exulteth Glad Gladness Goes Good Joy Joyful Perish Prosper Rejoices Rejoiceth Righteous Shouting Shouts Singing Sinners Upright WickedJump to Next City Cries Death Destruction Exulteth Glad Gladness Goes Good Joy Joyful Perish Prosper Rejoices Rejoiceth Righteous Shouting Shouts Singing Sinners Upright WickedProverbs 11 1. On DeceptionWhen the righteous thrive The prosperity of the righteous is often seen as a blessing from God, reflecting His favor and the fulfillment of His promises. In biblical context, the righteous are those who live according to God's laws and principles. Their thriving can be understood as both spiritual and material prosperity. This aligns with passages like Psalm 1:3, where the righteous are likened to a tree planted by streams of water, yielding fruit in season. The thriving of the righteous brings stability and peace to a community, as their influence promotes justice and moral integrity. the city rejoices and when the wicked perish there are shouts of joy 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 integrity, justice, and a commitment to doing what is right in the eyes of the Lord. 2. The Wicked These are individuals who live in opposition to God's commands, often engaging in deceit, injustice, and immorality. Their actions bring harm and unrest to the community. 3. The City Represents the broader community or society. In ancient times, cities were centers of commerce, culture, and governance, and the well-being of a city was closely tied to the character of its inhabitants. 4. Rejoicing and Shouts of Joy These expressions indicate the collective emotional response of a community. Rejoicing occurs when the community experiences peace and prosperity, while shouts of joy accompany the removal of negative influences. Teaching Points The Impact of Righteousness on SocietyRighteous living contributes to the overall well-being and joy of a community. When individuals uphold justice and integrity, it creates an environment where others can thrive. The Consequences of Wickedness Wickedness leads to societal unrest and harm. The removal of wicked influences brings relief and joy, as it allows for the restoration of peace and order. The Role of Community in Moral Accountability Communities have a responsibility to uphold and encourage righteousness. Collective rejoicing or lamentation reflects the shared values and moral compass of the society. The Importance of Godly Leadership Leaders who embody righteousness can transform a community, leading to prosperity and joy. Conversely, wicked leaders bring about distress and turmoil. Personal Responsibility in Community Well-being Each individual contributes to the moral fabric of their community. Personal choices and actions have a ripple effect, influencing the overall atmosphere and health of the society. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 11:10?2. How can we ensure our actions lead to the "joy of the righteous"? 3. What does Proverbs 11:10 teach about the impact of righteousness on a community? 4. How does Proverbs 11:10 connect with Jesus' teachings on being "salt and light"? 5. In what ways can we promote righteousness to bring joy to our city? 6. How can we pray for our leaders to foster a community that rejoices? 7. How does Proverbs 11:10 reflect God's justice in the world? 8. Why do the righteous rejoice at the downfall of the wicked in Proverbs 11:10? 9. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 11:10? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 11? 11. Who is a ransom for whom? Mark 10:45 and I Timothy 2:5-6 say Christ is a ransom for many/all. Proverbs 21:18 says the wicked is a ransom for the righteous. 12. Proverbs 10:25 says the righteous remain firm in the storm--why then do natural disasters often strike believers and nonbelievers alike? 13. How does Psalm 11:6's description of raining coals and brimstone fit with other biblical accounts that emphasize mercy over destruction? 14. Does the association of the wise with the 'right' and fools with the 'left' (Ecclesiastes 10:2) reflect outdated cultural biases, and how does it align with modern moral or ethical views? What Does Proverbs 11:10 Mean When the righteous thrive“When the righteous thrive” (Proverbs 11:10a) pictures godly men and women gaining influence and success. • Righteous leaders govern with justice, protecting the vulnerable (2 Samuel 23:3–4; Proverbs 29:4). • Their personal integrity restrains evil and promotes peace (Proverbs 14:34; Romans 14:17). • God often blesses an entire community for the sake of the upright within it (Genesis 39:5; Jeremiah 29:7). A thriving righteous population is a visible sign of God’s favor and order at work. the city rejoices “When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices” (Proverbs 11:10a). The whole community feels the benefit. • Justice replaces oppression (Proverbs 29:2). • Resources are shared fairly (Acts 4:34–35). • Everyday life becomes safer and more hopeful (1 Kings 4:20; Acts 8:8). Joy arises not merely from prosperity but from the security and fairness that righteousness brings. and when the wicked perish “…and when the wicked perish” (Proverbs 11:10b). Wicked people abuse power, so their removal is mercy for many. • God judges unrepentant evil (Psalm 73:18–19; Psalm 104:35). • Their downfall lifts heavy burdens from the innocent (Proverbs 28:28; Esther 7:9–10). • The moment reminds onlookers that sin’s wages are death (Romans 6:23), urging them toward repentance. there are shouts of joy “…there are shouts of joy” (Proverbs 11:10b). Celebration breaks out because oppression ends. • Israel sang when Pharaoh’s army drowned (Exodus 15:1). • Judah rejoiced after God overthrew invaders (2 Chronicles 20:27). • Heaven itself praises God for judging Babylon’s wickedness (Revelation 19:1–3). Joy here is not vindictiveness but relief and gratitude for God’s righteous judgment and renewed peace. summary Proverbs 11:10 teaches that communities flourish under righteous influence and suffer under wicked rule. When the upright prosper, everyone benefits and rejoices. When God removes the wicked, relief and celebration follow. The verse calls believers to live righteously for the good of all and to trust God’s just dealings with evil. Verse 10. - The city; any city. Ewald would argue that such language could not be used of the capital of the Jews till the times of Asa or Jehoshaphat. But what is to prevent the sentence being taken generally of any city or community? The Vatican manuscript of the Septuagint and some others give here only the first clause, "In the prosperity of the righteous the city succeeds," adding from ver. 11, "but by the mouths of the wicked it is overthrown" (see on ver. 4; comp. Psalm 58:10, etc.).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When the righteousצַ֭דִּיקִים (ṣad·dî·qîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6662: Just, righteous thrive, בְּט֣וּב (bə·ṭūḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2898: Good, goodness, beauty, gladness, welfare the city קִרְיָ֑ה (qir·yāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7151: A town, city rejoices, תַּעֲלֹ֣ץ (ta·‘ă·lōṣ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5970: To jump for, joy, exult and when the wicked רְשָׁעִ֣ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person perish, וּבַאֲבֹ֖ד (ū·ḇa·’ă·ḇōḏ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6: To wander away, lose oneself, to perish there are shouts of joy. רִנָּֽה׃ (rin·nāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7440: A creaking, shout Links Proverbs 11:10 NIVProverbs 11:10 NLT Proverbs 11:10 ESV Proverbs 11:10 NASB Proverbs 11:10 KJV Proverbs 11:10 BibleApps.com Proverbs 11:10 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 11:10 Chinese Bible Proverbs 11:10 French Bible Proverbs 11:10 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 11:10 When it goes well with the righteous (Prov. 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