Proverbs 11:4
ContextNET © | Wealth does not profit in the day of wrath, 1 but righteousness delivers from mortal danger. 2 |
NIV © | Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death. |
NASB © | Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, But righteousness delivers from death. |
NLT © | Riches won’t help on the day of judgment, but right living is a safeguard against death. |
MSG © | A thick bankroll is no help when life falls apart, but a principled life can stand up to the worst. |
BBE © | Wealth is of no profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness keeps a man safe from death. |
NRSV © | Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death. |
NKJV © | Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, But righteousness delivers from death. |
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NET © | Wealth does not profit in the day of wrath, 1 but righteousness delivers from mortal danger. 2 |
NET © Notes |
1 sn The “day of wrath” refers to divine punishment in this life (R. N. Whybray, Proverbs [CBC], 67; e.g., also Job 21:30; Ezek 7:19; Zeph 1:18). Righteousness and not wealth is more valuable in anticipating judgment. 2 tn Heb “from death.” |