Proverbs 13:21
21 Trouble pursues the sinner, but the righteous are rewarded with good things.
Other Translations of Proverbs 13:21
King James Version
21 Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.
English Standard Version
21 Disaster
The Message
21 Disaster entraps sinners, but God-loyal people get a good life.
New King James Version
21 Evil pursues sinners, But to the righteous, good shall be repaid.
New Living Translation
21 Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:21
Commentary on Proverbs 13:21
(Read Proverbs 13:21)
When God pursues sinners he is sure to overtake them; and he will reward the righteous.