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but if you search for evil, it will find you!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever diligently seeks good seeks favor, but evil comes to him who searches for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He who searches out good finds favor, but evil will come to him who seeks it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He who earnestly seeks good finds favor, But trouble will come to him who seeks <i>evil.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />One who diligently seeks good seeks favor, But one who seeks evil, evil will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, But he who seeks evil, evil will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, But he who searches after evil, it will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He who earnestly seeks good seeks favor, But he who searches for evil, <i>evil</i> will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good seeks favor <i>and</i> grace, But he who seeks evil, evil will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The one who searches for what is good seeks favor, but if someone looks for trouble, it will come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The one who searches for what is good finds favor, but if someone looks for trouble, it will come to him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />He that diligently seeketh good seeketh favor; But he that searcheth after evil, it shall come unto him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Try hard to do right, and you will win friends; go looking for trouble, and you will find it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He that diligently seeketh good seeketh favour: but he that searcheth after mischief, it shall come unto him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Whoever eagerly seeks good searches for good will, but whoever looks for evil finds it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />If your goals are good, you will be respected, but if you are looking for trouble, that is what you will get. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The person seeking good will find favor, but anyone who searches for evil—it will find him!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He who searches out good finds favor, but evil will come to him who seeks it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The one who diligently seeks good seeks favor, but the one who searches for evil--it will come to him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, but he who searches after evil, it shall come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He that diligently seeketh good procureth favor: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, but he who searches after evil, it shall come to him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever is earnestly seeking good "" Seeks a pleasing thing, "" And whoever is seeking evil—it meets him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Whoso is earnestly seeking good Seeketh a pleasing thing, And whoso is seeking evil -- it meeteth him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He seeking good shall strive after acceptance: and he seeking evil, it shall come to him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Well doth he rise early who seeketh good things; but he that seeketh after evil things shall be oppressed by them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He does well to rise early, who seeks what is good. But whoever is a seeker of evils shall be oppressed by them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Those who seek the good seek favor, but those who pursue evil will have evil come upon them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever diligently seeks good seeks favor, but evil comes to the one who searches for it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He who diligently seeks good procures favor; but he who seeks mischief, it shall come upon him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He that seeks good seeks delight, and he that seeks evil, it will come upon him.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />He that diligently seeketh good seeketh favour; But he that searcheth for evil, it shall come unto him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />He that devises good <i>counsels</i> seeks good favour: but <i>as for</i> him that seeks after evil, <i>evil</i> shall overtake him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/11-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=2101" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/11.htm">Dishonest Scales</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>The people will curse the hoarder of grain, but blessing will crown the one who sells it. <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7836.htm" title="7836: šō·ḥêr (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To look early or diligently for. A primitive root; properly, to dawn, i.e. be early at any task; by extension, to search for.">He who searches out</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (N-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">good</a> <a href="/hebrew/1245.htm" title="1245: yə·ḇaq·qêš (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To seek. A primitive root; to search out; by implication, to strive after.">finds</a> <a href="/hebrew/7522.htm" title="7522: rā·ṣō·wn (N-ms) -- Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will. Or ratson; from ratsah; delight.">favor,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7451.htm" title="7451: rā·‘āh (Adj-fs) -- Bad, evil. From ra'a'; bad or evil.">but evil</a> <a href="/hebrew/935.htm" title="935: ṯə·ḇō·w·’en·nū (V-Qal-Imperf-3fs:: 3mse) -- To come in, come, go in, go. A primitive root; to go or come.">will come</a> <a href="/hebrew/1875.htm" title="1875: wə·ḏō·rêš (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to tread or frequent; usually to follow; by implication, to seek or ask; specifically to worship.">to him who seeks it.</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-6.htm">Hebrews 11:6</a></span><br />And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></span><br />But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-9.htm">Luke 11:9-10</a></span><br />So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-10.htm">Psalm 34:10</a></span><br />Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-13.htm">Jeremiah 29:13</a></span><br />You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-6.htm">Isaiah 55:6</a></span><br />Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-10.htm">1 Peter 3:10-12</a></span><br />For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. / He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. / For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/2-7.htm">Romans 2:7</a></span><br />To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-2.htm">Psalm 119:2</a></span><br />Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-6.htm">Matthew 5:6</a></span><br />Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-9.htm">1 Chronicles 28:9</a></span><br />As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/15-2.htm">2 Chronicles 15:2</a></span><br />So he went out to meet Asa and said to him, “Listen to me, Asa and all Judah and Benjamin. The LORD is with you when you are with Him. If you seek Him, He will be found by you, but if you forsake Him, He will forsake you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/amos/5-4.htm">Amos 5:4</a></span><br />For this is what the LORD says to the house of Israel: “Seek Me and live!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He that diligently seeks good procures favor: but he that seeks mischief, it shall come to him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/17-11.htm">Proverbs 17:11</a></b></br> An evil <i>man</i> seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/7-10.htm">Esther 7:10</a></b></br> So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/7-15.htm">Psalm 7:15,16</a></b></br> He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch <i>which</i> he made… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Diligently</a> <a href="/exodus/15-26.htm">Earnest</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-21.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-35.htm">Favor</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-35.htm">Favour</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-23.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-23.htm">Good</a> <a href="/esther/9-30.htm">Goodwill</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-16.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-24.htm">Meeteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-6.htm">Mischief</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-32.htm">Pleasing</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-15.htm">Procureth</a> <a href="/psalms/7-9.htm">Searches</a> <a href="/job/39-8.htm">Searcheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-4.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/psalms/37-32.htm">Seeketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/psalms/86-14.htm">Seeks</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-17.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/13-24.htm">Diligently</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-9.htm">Earnest</a> <a href="/isaiah/14-16.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Favor</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Favour</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-11.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Goodwill</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/genesis/32-17.htm">Meeteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-21.htm">Mischief</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Pleasing</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-15.htm">Procureth</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-27.htm">Searches</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Searcheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Seeketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-9.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Seeks</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">On Deception</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>He who searches out good finds favor</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the principle of seeking righteousness and goodness, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible. The act of searching implies intentionality and effort, suggesting that favor is not merely stumbled upon but actively pursued. In biblical context, "favor" often refers to the grace and approval of God, as seen in <a href="/genesis/6-8.htm">Genesis 6:8</a> where Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord. This aligns with the teachings of Jesus in <a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7</a>, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find," highlighting the importance of actively pursuing what is good and righteous. The cultural context of ancient Israel placed high value on wisdom and moral integrity, which were seen as pathways to divine favor and blessing.<p><b>but evil will come to him who seeks it</b><br>This part of the verse serves as a warning about the consequences of pursuing wickedness. The phrase suggests a cause-and-effect relationship, where seeking evil inevitably leads to encountering it. This is consistent with the biblical principle of sowing and reaping, as articulated in <a href="/galatians/6-7.htm">Galatians 6:7</a>, "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows." The historical context of Proverbs, attributed to Solomon, reflects a time when wisdom literature was used to instruct people in living a life that aligns with God's will. The pursuit of evil is portrayed as a deliberate choice that leads to negative outcomes, reinforcing the moral order established by God. This also echoes the warnings found in the Psalms and the Prophets, where turning away from God and seeking evil leads to judgment and destruction.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_diligent_seeker.htm">The Diligent Seeker</a></b><br>This person actively pursues what is good, righteous, and beneficial, embodying a lifestyle that aligns with God's will.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_troublemaker.htm">The Troublemaker</a></b><br>This individual seeks out evil, whether through actions, intentions, or associations, and consequently encounters trouble and adversity.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_concept_of_favor.htm">The Concept of Favor</a></b><br>In the Hebrew context, "favor" (ratzon) implies acceptance, goodwill, and grace, often associated with divine blessing.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_concept_of_trouble.htm">The Concept of Trouble</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "trouble" (ra'ah) can mean calamity, distress, or misfortune, often as a result of one's own actions.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_setting_of_proverbs.htm">The Setting of Proverbs</a></b><br>Proverbs is a book of wisdom literature in the Old Testament, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, offering practical guidance for righteous living.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_pursuit_of_goodness.htm">The Pursuit of Goodness</a></b><br>Actively seek out opportunities to do good in your daily life. This could be through acts of kindness, service, or simply living out the fruits of the Spirit.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_intentions.htm">The Consequences of Intentions</a></b><br>Understand that your intentions and what you seek will have consequences. Seeking good leads to favor, while seeking evil leads to trouble.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/favor_as_a_divine_gift.htm">Favor as a Divine Gift</a></b><br>Recognize that favor is not just a result of human effort but a gift from God. Align your actions with His will to experience His grace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_the_path_of_evil.htm">Avoiding the Path of Evil</a></b><br>Be vigilant about the influences and choices in your life. Avoid paths that lead to evil, as they bring trouble and distress.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_in_decision-making.htm">Wisdom in Decision-Making</a></b><br>Use the wisdom of Proverbs to guide your decisions. Seek counsel from God's Word and prayer to discern the good path.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_job_27_7-10_align_with_reality.htm">How does Job 27:7-10 reconcile with observable reality where the wicked sometimes prosper rather than face immediate punishment?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_devout_suffer_or_die_young.htm">Proverbs 3:2 promises 'long life and peace' for obedience--how do we reconcile this with devout individuals who die young or endure immense turmoil?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_a_rebuke_from_the_righteous_kind.htm">Psalm 141:5 - Why would a 'strike' or rebuke from the righteous be considered a kindness, when other biblical passages seem to discourage violence?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_recompense.htm">What does the Bible say about recompense?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(27) <span class= "bld">Procureth favour.--</span>By the very act of striving after good, he is seeking for the favour of both God and man.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 27.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He that diligently seeketh good;</span> literally, <span class="accented">he that seeketh in the morning</span>, as so often in Scripture, the phrase, "rising early," implies unimpaired powers and diligence (<a href="/proverbs/27-14.htm">Proverbs 27:14</a>; <a href="/jeremiah/7-13.htm">Jeremiah 7:13</a>, etc,). <span class="cmt_word">Procureth favour</span>; better, <span class="accented">seeketh favour</span>; by his very act of striving after what is good, he is striving to do what may please and benefit others, and thus to please God. Vulgate, "Well does he rise early who seeketh good." <span class="cmt_word">It</span> - mischief - <span class="cmt_word">shall come unto him;</span> the consequences of his evil life shall fall upon his end. Says an Indian proverb, "When men are ripe for slaughter, even straws turn into thunderbolts." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/11-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">He who searches out</span><br /><span class="heb">שֹׁ֣חֵֽר</span> <span class="translit">(šō·ḥêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7836.htm">Strong's 7836: </a> </span><span class="str2">To dawn, be, early at any task, to search for</span><br /><br /><span class="word">good</span><br /><span class="heb">ט֭וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">finds</span><br /><span class="heb">יְבַקֵּ֣שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḇaq·qêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1245.htm">Strong's 1245: </a> </span><span class="str2">To search out, to strive after</span><br /><br /><span class="word">favor,</span><br /><span class="heb">רָצ֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(rā·ṣō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7522.htm">Strong's 7522: </a> </span><span class="str2">Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but evil</span><br /><span class="heb">רָעָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(rā·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7451.htm">Strong's 7451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bad, evil</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will come</span><br /><span class="heb">תְבוֹאֶֽנּוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·ḇō·w·’en·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_935.htm">Strong's 935: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come in, come, go in, go</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to him who seeks it.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְדֹרֵ֖שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḏō·rêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1875.htm">Strong's 1875: </a> </span><span class="str2">To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/11-27.htm">Proverbs 11:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/11-27.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 11:27 He who diligently seeks good seeks favor (Prov. 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