Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The desire of the righteous ends only in good, but the hope of the wicked only in wrath. New Living Translation The godly can look forward to a reward, while the wicked can expect only judgment. English Standard Version The desire of the righteous ends only in good, the expectation of the wicked in wrath. Berean Standard Bible The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath. King James Bible The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. New King James Version The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. New American Standard Bible The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. NASB 1995 The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. NASB 1977 The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. Legacy Standard Bible The desire of the righteous is only good, But the hope of the wicked is wrath. Amplified Bible The desire of the righteous brings only good, But the expectation of the wicked brings wrath. Christian Standard Bible The desire of the righteous turns out well, but the hope of the wicked leads to wrath. Holman Christian Standard Bible The desire of the righteous turns out well, but the hope of the wicked leads to wrath. American Standard Version The desire of the righteous is only good; But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. Contemporary English Version Good people want what is best, but troublemakers hope to stir up trouble. English Revised Version The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. GOD'S WORD® Translation The desire of righteous people ends only in good, but the hope of wicked people ends only in fury. Good News Translation What good people want always results in good; when the wicked get what they want, everyone is angry. International Standard Version The desire of the righteous is to seek good, but the hope of the wicked results in wrath. Majority Standard Bible The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath. NET Bible What the righteous desire leads only to good, but what the wicked hope for leads to wrath. New Heart English Bible The desire of the righteous is only good. The expectation of the wicked is wrath. Webster's Bible Translation The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. World English Bible The desire of the righteous is only good. The expectation of the wicked is wrath. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe desire of the righteous [is] only good, "" The hope of the wicked [is] transgression. Young's Literal Translation The desire of the righteous is only good, The hope of the wicked is transgression. Smith's Literal Translation The desire of the just is only good: the expectation of the unjust, wrath. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe desire of the just is all good: the expectation of the wicked is indignation. Catholic Public Domain Version The desire of the just is entirely good. The anticipation of the impious is fury. New American Bible The desire of the just ends only in good; the expectation of the wicked is wrath. New Revised Standard Version The desire of the righteous ends only in good; the expectation of the wicked in wrath. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe desire of the righteous is only good; but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The desire of the righteous is in excellent things, and the hope of the evil, in sensual passion. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The desire of the righteous is only good; But the expectation of the wicked is wrath. Brenton Septuagint Translation All the desire of the righteous is good: but the hope of the ungodly shall perish. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Dishonest Scales…22Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion. 23The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath. 24One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor.… Cross References Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Matthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Romans 8:5 Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Psalm 145:19 He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him; He hears their cry and saves them. Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things. Psalm 112:10 The wicked man will see and be grieved; he will gnash his teeth and waste away; the desires of the wicked will perish. Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God. Isaiah 26:8-9 Yes, we wait for You, O LORD; we walk in the path of Your judgments. Your name and renown are the desire of our souls. / My soul longs for You in the night; indeed, my spirit seeks You at dawn. For when Your judgments come upon the earth, the people of the world learn righteousness. 1 Peter 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Psalm 73:25 Whom have I in heaven but You? And on earth I desire no one besides You. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. 1 John 2:17 The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. Psalm 21:2 You have granted his heart’s desire and have not withheld the request of his lips. Selah Colossians 3:1-2 Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Treasury of Scripture The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath. desire Psalm 10:17 LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear: Psalm 27:4 One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple. Psalm 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. expectation Proverbs 11:7 When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men perisheth. Proverbs 10:28 The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Romans 2:8,9 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, … Jump to Previous Desire Ends Evil-Doer Expectation Good Hope Righteous Transgression Upright Waiting Wicked WrathJump to Next Desire Ends Evil-Doer Expectation Good Hope Righteous Transgression Upright Waiting Wicked WrathProverbs 11 1. On DeceptionThe desire of the righteous leads only to good The "desire of the righteous" refers to the inner longings and aspirations of those who live in accordance with God's will. In biblical context, righteousness is often associated with living a life that reflects God's character and commandments. The Hebrew word for "righteous" (צַדִּיק, tzaddik) implies a person who is just, ethical, and in right standing with God. This phrase suggests that when the righteous pursue their desires, they align with God's purposes, resulting in outcomes that are beneficial and constructive. This aligns with Psalm 37:4, which encourages believers to delight in the Lord, promising that He will give them the desires of their heart. The idea is that the desires of the righteous are inherently good because they are shaped by a relationship with God. but the hope of the wicked brings wrath Persons / Places / Events 1. The RighteousIn the context of Proverbs, the righteous are those who live in accordance with God's laws and seek to align their lives with His will. They are characterized by their moral integrity and faithfulness. 2. The Wicked This term refers to individuals who live in opposition to God's commands, often characterized by selfishness, deceit, and moral corruption. 3. Desire and Hope These are abstract concepts personified in this verse. "Desire" refers to the inner longings and motivations of the righteous, while "hope" pertains to the expectations and aspirations of the wicked. 4. Good and Wrath These outcomes represent the consequences of the desires and hopes of the righteous and wicked, respectively. "Good" signifies blessings, prosperity, and favor, while "wrath" indicates judgment, punishment, and divine displeasure. Teaching Points The Nature of Righteous DesiresRighteous desires are rooted in a heart aligned with God's will. They lead to positive outcomes because they are guided by divine principles. The Consequences of Wicked Hopes The hopes of the wicked are often self-centered and contrary to God's ways, leading to negative consequences and divine wrath. Aligning Desires with God's Will Believers are encouraged to examine their desires and ensure they align with God's purposes, leading to a life of blessing and fulfillment. The Importance of Intentions Our intentions and motivations matter to God. Righteous intentions lead to good, while wicked intentions result in judgment. Living with Eternal Perspective Understanding the eternal consequences of our desires and hopes encourages us to live with an eternal perspective, prioritizing God's kingdom.(23) The desire of the righteous is only good, and therefore it, being in accordance with the will of God, is granted to them. The expectation of the wicked is wrath.--Rather, presumption; they do not ask in the way or for the things which God wills they should (James 4:3), and therefore it is mere presumption on their part to expect the fulfilment of their desires. Verse 23. - (Comp. Proverbs 10:28.) The desire of the righteous is only good. They want only what is just and honest, and therefore they obtain their wiches. The expectation of the wicked - that on which they set their hope and heart - is wrath (Proverbs 11:4), is an object of God's wrath. Other commentators, ancient and modern, take the clause to imply that the wishes of evil men, animated by wrath and ill temper, are only satisfied by inflicting injuries on others. Delitzsch would translate ebrah, "excess," "presumption," as in Proverbs 21:24. But the first interpretation seems most suitable (scrap. Romans 2:8, 9). The LXX., pointing differently, for "wrath" reads "shall perish."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The desireתַּאֲוַ֣ת (ta·’ă·waṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8378: A longing, a delight of the righteous צַדִּיקִ֣ים (ṣad·dî·qîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6662: Just, righteous leads only אַךְ־ (’aḵ-) Adverb Strong's 389: A particle of affirmation, surely to good, ט֑וֹב (ṭō·wḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good but the hope תִּקְוַ֖ת (tiq·waṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8615: A cord, expectancy of the wicked רְשָׁעִ֣ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person [brings] wrath. עֶבְרָֽה׃ (‘eḇ·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5678: Overflow, arrogance, fury Links Proverbs 11:23 NIVProverbs 11:23 NLT Proverbs 11:23 ESV Proverbs 11:23 NASB Proverbs 11:23 KJV Proverbs 11:23 BibleApps.com Proverbs 11:23 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 11:23 Chinese Bible Proverbs 11:23 French Bible Proverbs 11:23 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 11:23 The desire of the righteous is only (Prov. 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