Proverbs 21:12
The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: But God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
In context
9 It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, Than with a brawling woman in a wide house. 10 The soul of the wicked desireth evil: His neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. 11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge. 12 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: But God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
13 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, He also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard. 14 A gift in secret pacifieth anger: And a reward in the bosom strong wrath. 15 It is joy to the just to do judgment: But destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 21:12 in the NIV
The Righteous One takes note of the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 21:12 in the ESV
The Righteous One observes the house of the wicked; he throws the wicked down to ruin.