Proverbs 17:11
11 Evildoers foster rebellion against God; the messenger of death will be sent against them.
Other Translations of Proverbs 17:11
King James Version
11 An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
English Standard Version
11 An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
The Message
11 Criminals out looking for nothing but trouble won't have to wait long - they'll meet it coming and going!
New King James Version
11 An evil man seeks only rebellion; Therefore a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
New Living Translation
11 Evil people are eager for rebellion, but they will be severely punished.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 17:11
Commentary on Proverbs 17:11
(Read Proverbs 17:11)
Satan, and the messengers of Satan, shall be let loose upon an evil man.