Proverbs 29:10
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: But the just seek his soul.
In context
7 The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: But the wicked regardeth not to know it. 8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare: But wise men turn away wrath.
9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, Whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. 10 The bloodthirsty hate the upright: But the just seek his soul. 11 A fool uttereth all his mind: But a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards. 12 If a ruler hearken to lies, All his servants are wicked.
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: The LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 29:10 in the NIV
The bloodthirsty hate a person of integrity and seek to kill the upright.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 29:10 in the ESV
Bloodthirsty men hate one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright.