Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Righteousness guards the person of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. New Living Translation Godliness guards the path of the blameless, but the evil are misled by sin. English Standard Version Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the wicked. Berean Standard Bible Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. King James Bible Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. New King James Version Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, But wickedness overthrows the sinner. New American Standard Bible Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness brings the sinner to ruin. NASB 1995 Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner. NASB 1977 Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner. Legacy Standard Bible Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner. Amplified Bible Righteousness (being in right standing with God) guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness undermines and overthrows the sinner. Christian Standard Bible Righteousness guards people of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. Holman Christian Standard Bible Righteousness guards people of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. American Standard Version Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way; But wickedness overthroweth the sinner. Contemporary English Version Live right, and you are safe! But sin will destroy you. English Revised Version Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. GOD'S WORD® Translation Righteousness protects the honest way of life, but wickedness ruins a sacrifice for sin. Good News Translation Righteousness protects the innocent; wickedness is the downfall of sinners. International Standard Version Righteousness protects the blameless, but wickedness brings down the sinner. Majority Standard Bible Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. NET Bible Righteousness guards the one who lives with integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. New Heart English Bible Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. Webster's Bible Translation Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. World English Bible Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionRighteousness keeps him who is perfect in the way, "" And wickedness overthrows a sin offering. Young's Literal Translation Righteousness keepeth him who is perfect in the way, And wickedness overthroweth a sin offering. Smith's Literal Translation Justice will guard the blameless of way: and injustice shall overthrow the sinning. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJustice keepeth the way of the innocent: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. Catholic Public Domain Version Justice guards the way of the innocent. But impiety undermines the sinner. New American Bible Justice guards one who walks honestly, but sin leads the wicked astray. New Revised Standard Version Righteousness guards one whose way is upright, but sin overthrows the wicked. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleRighteousness keeps him that is upright in his way; but wickedness overthrows the sinner. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Righteousness will keep him who is perfect in his way, and the sinner's sin will destroy him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way; But wickedness overthroweth the sinner. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Father's Discipline…5The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace. 6Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. 7One pretends to be rich, but has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.… Cross References Psalm 25:21 May integrity and uprightness preserve me, because I wait for You. Psalm 37:18 The LORD knows the days of the blameless, and their inheritance will last forever. Psalm 119:1-3 Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. / Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart. / They do no iniquity; they walk in His ways. Isaiah 26:7 The path of the righteous is level; You clear a straight path for the upright. Isaiah 33:15-16 He who walks righteously and speaks with sincerity, who refuses gain from extortion, whose hand never takes a bribe, who stops his ears against murderous plots and shuts his eyes tightly against evil— / he will dwell on the heights; the mountain fortress will be his refuge; his food will be provided and his water assured. Isaiah 51:7 Listen to Me, you who know what is right, you people with My law in your hearts: Do not fear the scorn of men; do not be broken by their insults. Matthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Romans 6:13 Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness. Romans 6:16 Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey, whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness? Romans 8:4 so that the righteous standard of the law might be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. 1 Corinthians 15:34 Sober up as you ought, and stop sinning; for some of you are ignorant of God. I say this to your shame. 2 Corinthians 5:21 God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. Ephesians 4:24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Treasury of Scripture Righteousness keeps him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthrows the sinner. righteousness Proverbs 11:3,5,6 The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them… Psalm 15:2 He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart. Psalm 25:21 Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee. wickedness Proverbs 5:22 His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins. Proverbs 21:12 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness. 2 Chronicles 28:23 For he sacrificed unto the gods of Damascus, which smote him: and he said, Because the gods of the kings of Syria help them, therefore will I sacrifice to them, that they may help me. But they were the ruin of him, and of all Israel. the sinner Jump to Previous Blameless Error Evil-Doers Guardeth Guards Integrity Keepeth Keeps Offering Overthroweth Overthrows Overturned Perfect Preserveth Righteousness Safe Sin Sinner Subverts Upright Way Wicked WickednessJump to Next Blameless Error Evil-Doers Guardeth Guards Integrity Keepeth Keeps Offering Overthroweth Overthrows Overturned Perfect Preserveth Righteousness Safe Sin Sinner Subverts Upright Way Wicked WickednessProverbs 13 1. a scoffer does not listen to rebukeRighteousness guards the man of integrity Righteousness, in biblical terms, refers to living in accordance with God's standards and commands. It is a protective force, akin to a shield, for those who live with integrity. Integrity implies a consistency of character, where one's actions align with moral and ethical principles. In the ancient Near Eastern context, integrity was highly valued, as it ensured trust and stability within the community. The concept of righteousness as a guard is echoed in other scriptures, such as Psalm 25:21, which speaks of integrity and uprightness preserving the faithful. This phrase also points to the protective nature of living a life aligned with God's will, as seen in the life of Jesus Christ, who exemplified perfect righteousness and integrity. but wickedness undermines the sinner Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally regarded 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. 2. Israel The nation to whom the Proverbs were initially addressed, providing guidance for living a life pleasing to God. 3. The Righteous Those who live according to God's laws and principles, embodying integrity and moral uprightness. 4. The Wicked Individuals who live contrary to God's commands, often characterized by deceit and moral corruption. 5. The Path of Integrity A metaphorical journey representing a life lived in accordance with God's will and moral principles. Teaching Points Guardianship of RighteousnessRighteousness acts as a protective barrier for those who walk in integrity. Living a life aligned with God's principles provides safety and guidance. Consequences of Wickedness Wickedness inherently leads to downfall and destruction. It undermines the sinner, leading to instability and moral decay. Integrity as a Lifestyle Integrity should be a consistent and deliberate choice. It involves aligning one's actions with God's truth, even when faced with challenges. The Importance of Choice Every decision reflects either righteousness or wickedness. Believers are called to choose the path that honors God. Reflecting Christ's Character As Christians, we are called to reflect the character of Christ, who embodies perfect righteousness and integrity.(6) Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way.--See above on Proverbs 11:5.Verse 6. - Righteousness keepeth (guardeth) him that is upright in the way; literally, uprightness of way, abstract for concrete, as in the second member, sin for sinner. Those who are good and innocent in the walk of life are preserved from evil, moral and material. Wickedness overthroweth the sinner; literally, sin "Overthroweth," makes to slip. Vulgate, supplantet. The LXX. inverts the clause, "Sin makes the impious worthless (φαύλους)" (see Proverbs 11:3, 5, 6). The verse is omitted in many Greek manuscripts. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Righteousnessצְ֭דָקָה (ṣə·ḏā·qāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively guards תִּצֹּ֣ר (tiṣ·ṣōr) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5341: To watch, guard, keep the man of integrity, תָּם־ (tām-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8537: Completeness, integrity, also part of the high priest's breastplate but wickedness וְ֝רִשְׁעָ֗ה (wə·riš·‘āh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7564: Wickedness undermines תְּסַלֵּ֥ף (tə·sal·lêp̄) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5557: To twist, pervert, overturn the sinner. חַטָּֽאת׃ (ḥaṭ·ṭāṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2403: An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender Links Proverbs 13:6 NIVProverbs 13:6 NLT Proverbs 13:6 ESV Proverbs 13:6 NASB Proverbs 13:6 KJV Proverbs 13:6 BibleApps.com Proverbs 13:6 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 13:6 Chinese Bible Proverbs 13:6 French Bible Proverbs 13:6 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:6 Righteousness guards the way of integrity (Prov. 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