Proverbs 16:6
6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.
Other Translations of Proverbs 16:6
King James Version
6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.
English Standard Version
6 By steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the Lord one turns away from evil.
The Message
6 Guilt is banished through love and truth; Fear-of-God deflects evil.
New King James Version
6 In mercy and truth Atonement is provided for iniquity; And by the fear of the Lord one departs from evil.
New Living Translation
6 Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. By fearing the Lord, people avoid evil.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:6
Commentary on Proverbs 16:6
(Read Proverbs 16:6)
By the mercy and truth of God in Christ Jesus, the sins of believers are taken away, and the power of sin is broken.