Proverbs 29:10
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 29 connects to 10 cross-references. Proverbs on governance, discipline, and vision: when the righteous increase the people rejoice but when the wicked rule people groan. Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint. A servant pampered from childhood will in the end …
Other Translations
The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
Men of blood hate the perfect, And the upright seek his soul.
Men of blood are haters of the good man, and evil-doers go after his soul.
Cross References
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