Proverbs 12:21
There shall no evil happen to the just: But the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
In context
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: But the tongue of the wise is health. 19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: But a lying tongue is but for a moment. 20 Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: But to the counsellors of peace is joy.
21 There shall no evil happen to the just: But the wicked shall be filled with mischief. 22 Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: But they that deal truly are his delight. 23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. 24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: But the slothful shall be under tribute.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 12:21 in the NIV
No harm overtakes the righteous, but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 12:21 in the ESV
No ill befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.