13 Whoever scorns instruction will pay for it, but whoever respects a command is rewarded.

Other Translations of Proverbs 13:13

King James Version

13 Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. shall be rewarded: or, shall be in peace

English Standard Version

13 Whoever despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who reveres the commandment will be rewarded.

The Message

13 Ignore the Word and suffer; honor God's commands and grow rich.

New King James Version

13 He who despises the word will be destroyed, But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded.

New Living Translation

13 People who despise advice are asking for trouble; those who respect a command will succeed.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:13

Commentary on Proverbs 13:13

(Read Proverbs 13:13)

He that stands in awe of God, and reverences his word, shall escape destruction, and be rewarded for his godly fear.