Proverbs 21:18
The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the transgressor for the upright.
In context
15 It is joy to the just to do judgment: But destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. 16 The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding Shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
17 He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: He that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich. 18 The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the transgressor for the upright. 19 It is better to dwell in the wilderness, Than with a contentious and an angry woman. 20 There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man spendeth it up.
21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy Findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 21:18 in the NIV
The wicked become a ransom for the righteous, and the unfaithful for the upright.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 21:18 in the ESV
The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright.