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Proverbs 17:11

English Standard Version

11 An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

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American Standard Version

An evil man seeketh only rebellion; Therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.

Christian Standard Bible

An evil person desires only rebellion; a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

King James Version

An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.

New American Standard Bible

A rebellious person seeks only evil, So a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

New International Version

Evildoers foster rebellion against God; the messenger of death will be sent against them.

New King James Version

An evil man seeks only rebellion; Therefore a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

New Living Translation

Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished.

World English Bible

An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.