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.

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.

28 Love and faithfulness keep a king safe; through love his throne is made secure.

Other Translations of Proverbs 20:28

King James Version

28 Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.

English Standard Version

28 Steadfast love and faithfulness preserve the king, and by steadfast love his throne is upheld.

The Message

28 Love and truth form a good leader; sound leadership is founded on loving integrity.

New King James Version

28 Mercy and truth preserve the king, And by lovingkindness he upholds his throne.

New Living Translation

28 Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 20:28

Commentary on Proverbs 20:28

(Read Proverbs 20:28)

Mercy and truth are the glories of God's throne.