Translations
Modern
The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death.
Traditional
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Literal
By his evil a wicked one is thrust down, and a righteous one takes refuge in his death.
Latin
In malitia sua expelletur impius: sperat autem justus in morte sua.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death.
Notes
Proverbs rarely mentions life after death. Some scholars believe this verse means God gives courage to face death with dignity and calmness.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Topics
Death of the Righteous Death of the Wicked Hope: General Scriptures Concerning Hope: Saints: Have, in Death Immortality: General Scriptures Concerning The Death of Saints is Full of Hope Wicked (People): Contrasted with Righteous People Wicked (People): Punishment of