Proverbs 28:14
Blessed is the one who always trembles before God, but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble.
In context
11 The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are. 12 When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.
13 Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy. 14 Blessed is the one who always trembles before God, but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble. 15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people. 16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
17 Anyone tormented by the guilt of murder will seek refuge in the grave; let no one hold them back.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 28:14 in the KJV
Happy is the man that feareth alway: But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 28:14 in the ESV
Blessed is the one who fears the Lord always, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into calamity.