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don’t envy the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/24.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Fret not yourself because of evildoers, and be not envious of the wicked,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/24.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not fret over evildoers, and do not be envious of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/24.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Fret not thyself because of evil <i>men</i>, neither be thou envious at the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/24.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Do not fret because of evildoers, Nor be envious of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/24.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not get upset because of evildoers Or be envious of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/24.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Do not fret because of evildoers Or be envious of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/24.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Do not fret because of evildoers, Or be envious of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/24.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Do not fret because of evildoers Do not be jealous of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/24.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Do not get upset because of evildoers, Or be envious of the wicked,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/24.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Don’t be agitated by evildoers, and don’t envy the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/24.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Don&#8217t be agitated by evildoers, and don&#8217t envy the wicked. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/24.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Fret not thyself because of evil-doers; Neither be thou envious at the wicked:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/24.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Don't let evil people worry you or make you jealous. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/24.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Fret not thyself because of evil-doers; neither be thou envious at the wicked:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/24.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Do not get overly upset with evildoers. Do not envy wicked people,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/24.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Don't let evil people worry you; don't be envious of them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/24.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Don't be anxious about those who practice evil, and don't be envious of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/24.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not fret over evildoers, and do not be envious of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/24.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Do not fret because of evil people or be envious of wicked people, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/24.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Do not fret yourself because of evildoers; neither be envious of the wicked:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/24.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/24.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Don’t fret yourself because of evildoers, neither be envious of the wicked; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/24.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Do not fret yourself at evildoers, do not be envious at the wicked,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/24.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Fret not thyself at evil doers, Be not envious at the wicked,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/24.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou shalt not be angry against the evil; thou shalt not envy against the unjust:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/24.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Contend not with the wicked, nor seek to be like the ungodly: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/24.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Do not contend with the most wicked, and do not be a rival to the impious.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/24.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Do not be provoked at evildoers, do not envy the wicked; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/24.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Do not fret because of evildoers. Do not envy the wicked;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/24.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Do not envy evildoers nor be jealous of the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/24.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Do not emulate evil ones and do not envy the evil.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/24.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Fret not thyself because of evildoers, Neither be thou envious at the wicked;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/24.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Rejoice not in evil-doers, neither be envious of sinners.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/24-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4956" 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/24.htm">Do not Envy</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>or the LORD will see and disapprove, and turn His wrath away from him. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">Do not</a> <a href="/hebrew/2734.htm" title="2734: tiṯ·ḥar (V-Hitpael-Imperf.Jus-2ms) -- To burn or be kindled with anger. A primitive root; to glow or grow warm; figuratively to blaze up, of anger, zeal, jealousy.">fret</a> <a href="/hebrew/7489.htm" title="7489: bam·mə·rê·‘îm (Prep-b, Art:: V-Hifil-Prtcpl-mp) -- A primitive root; properly, to spoil; figuratively, to make good for nothing, i.e. Bad.">over evildoers,</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">and do not</a> <a href="/hebrew/7065.htm" title="7065: tə·qan·nê (V-Piel-Imperf-2ms) -- To be jealous or zealous. A primitive root; to be zealous, i.e. jealous or envious.">be envious</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: bā·rə·šā·‘îm (Prep-b, Art:: Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">of the wicked.</a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>For the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be extinguished.…<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="/psalms/37-1.htm">Psalm 37:1-2</a></span><br />Of David. Do not fret over those who do evil; do not envy those who do wrong. / For they wither quickly like grass and wilt like tender plants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Psalm 37:7-9</a></span><br />Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when men prosper in their ways, when they carry out wicked schemes. / Refrain from anger and abandon wrath; do not fret—it can only bring harm. / For the evildoers will be cut off, but those who hope in the LORD will inherit the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/73-3.htm">Psalm 73:3</a></span><br />For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-35.htm">Psalm 37:35-36</a></span><br />I have seen a wicked, ruthless man flourishing like a well-rooted native tree, / yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched, he could not be found.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-16.htm">Psalm 49:16-17</a></span><br />Do not be afraid when a man grows rich, when the splendor of his house increases. / For when he dies, he will carry nothing away; his abundance will not follow him down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/21-7.htm">Job 21:7-13</a></span><br />Why do the wicked live on, growing old and increasing in power? / Their descendants are established around them, and their offspring before their eyes. / Their homes are safe from fear; no rod of punishment from God is upon them. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1-2</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease? / You planted them, and they have taken root. They have grown and produced fruit. You are ever on their lips, but far from their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/1-13.htm">Habakkuk 1:13</a></span><br />Your eyes are too pure to look upon evil, and You cannot tolerate wrongdoing. So why do You tolerate the faithless? Why are You silent while the wicked swallow up those more righteous than themselves?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/malachi/3-15.htm">Malachi 3:15</a></span><br />So now we call the arrogant blessed. Not only do evildoers prosper, they even test God and escape.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/8-11.htm">Ecclesiastes 8:11-13</a></span><br />When the sentence for a crime is not speedily executed, the hearts of men become fully set on doing evil. / Although a sinner does evil a hundred times and still lives long, yet I also know that it will go well with those who fear God, who are reverent in His presence. / Yet because the wicked do not fear God, it will not go well with them, and their days will not lengthen like a shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-7.htm">Psalm 92:7</a></span><br />that though the wicked sprout like grass, and all evildoers flourish, they will be forever destroyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/94-3.htm">Psalm 94:3-4</a></span><br />How long will the wicked, O LORD, how long will the wicked exult? / They pour out arrogant words; all workers of iniquity boast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/10-5.htm">Psalm 10:5-6</a></span><br />He is secure in his ways at all times; Your lofty judgments are far from him; he sneers at all his foes. / He says to himself, “I will not be moved; from age to age I am free of distress.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-44.htm">Matthew 5:44-45</a></span><br />But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, / that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-19.htm">Romans 12:19-21</a></span><br />Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” / On the contrary, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head.” / Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Fret not yourself because of evil men, neither be you envious at the wicked:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/13-20.htm">Proverbs 13:20</a></b></br> He that walketh with wise <i>men</i> shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/16-26.htm">Numbers 16:26</a></b></br> And he spake unto the congregation, saying, Depart, I pray you, from the tents of these wicked men, and touch nothing of theirs, lest ye be consumed in all their sins.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/1-1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a></b></br> Blessed <i>is</i> the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.</p><p class="hdg">neither</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/24-1.htm">Proverbs 24:1</a></b></br> Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/23-17.htm">Proverbs 23:17</a></b></br> Let not thine heart envy sinners: but <i>be thou</i> in the fear of the LORD all the day long.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-1.htm">Psalm 37:1</a></b></br> <i>A Psalm</i> of David. Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Doers</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-1.htm">Envious</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-1.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-18.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-15.htm">Evildoers</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-27.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/psalms/37-8.htm">Fret</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-17.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-10.htm">Thyself</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-15.htm">Troubled</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-16.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/15-21.htm">Doers</a> <a href="/matthew/20-15.htm">Envious</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-4.htm">Evildoers</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-5.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/isaiah/8-21.htm">Fret</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-21.htm">Thyself</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-20.htm">Troubled</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 24</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/24-1.htm">Precepts and Warnings</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 /> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script><br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/proverbs/24.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div><b>Do not fret</b><br />The Hebrew word for "fret" is "charah," which can mean to burn or be kindled with anger. In the context of this verse, it suggests an emotional agitation or anxiety. The Bible consistently advises against allowing anger or worry to consume us, as seen in <a href="/psalms/37.htm">Psalm 37:1</a>, which echoes this sentiment. From a conservative Christian perspective, fretting over evildoers can distract believers from their faith and trust in God's ultimate justice and sovereignty. Instead, Christians are encouraged to maintain peace and focus on their relationship with God, trusting that He will address the wrongs in His perfect timing.<p><b>over evildoers</b><br />The term "evildoers" refers to those who commit acts contrary to God's commandments. Historically, the Israelites faced many adversaries who practiced idolatry and immorality, tempting them to stray from their covenant with God. In a broader sense, evildoers represent any individuals or systems that oppose God's righteousness. The Bible teaches that while evildoers may seem to prosper temporarily, their success is fleeting, and they will ultimately face God's judgment. This assurance allows believers to remain steadfast in their faith without being swayed by the apparent success of the wicked.<p><b>and do not be envious</b><br />Envy, from the Hebrew "qana," involves a desire for what others possess, often leading to resentment. Envy is a dangerous emotion that can lead to sin, as seen in the account of Cain and Abel. The Bible warns against envy because it can cause believers to lose sight of their blessings and the unique path God has for them. By focusing on God's provision and promises, Christians can cultivate contentment and gratitude, avoiding the pitfalls of envy.<p><b>of the wicked</b><br />The "wicked" are those who live in opposition to God's laws and principles. In biblical times, the wicked often appeared to thrive, causing the righteous to question God's justice. However, Scripture consistently reassures believers that the prosperity of the wicked is temporary. <a href="/psalms/73.htm">Psalm 73</a> provides a powerful reflection on this theme, ultimately affirming that God's presence and guidance are far more valuable than any earthly success. For conservative Christians, this serves as a reminder to prioritize spiritual wealth over material gain, trusting in God's eternal plan and justice.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/24.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(19) <span class= "bld">Fret not thyself because of evil men--</span><span class= "ital">i.e., </span>at the sight of their prosperity, the same difficulty which occurred to the Psalmist (<a href="/psalms/37-1.htm" title="Fret not yourself because of evildoers, neither be you envious against the workers of iniquity.">Psalm 37:1</a>). (Comp. also <a href="/psalms/73-3.htm" title="For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.">Psalm 73:3</a> and <a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm" title="Righteous are you, O LORD, when I plead with you: yet let me talk with you of your judgments: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? why are all they happy that deal very treacherously?">Jeremiah 12:1</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/24.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 19, 20.</span> - A warning against envying the prosperity of the wicked. <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 19.</span> - Fret not thyself because of evil men (comp. Ver. 1 and <a href="/psalms/37-1.htm">Psalm 37:1</a>). The verb (<span class="accented">charah</span>) means "to burn," "to be angry;" so here we may render, "Be not enraged on account of evil doers." The anger would arise on account of the apparent inequitable distribution of blessings. St. Jerome has, <span class="accented">Ne contendas cum pessimis</span>; Septuagint, "Rejoice not over (<span class="greek">ἐπὶ</span>) evildoers." <span class="cmt_word">Neither be thou envious at the wicked;</span> <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. do not fancy that their prosperity is to be desired, nor be led to imitate their doings in order to secure like success. The new verse shows the solemn reason for this warning. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/24-19.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">Do not</span><br /><span class="heb">אַל־</span> <span class="translit">(’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">fret</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּתְחַ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(tiṯ·ḥar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect Jussive - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2734.htm">Strong's 2734: </a> </span><span class="str2">To glow, grow warm, to blaze up, of anger, zeal, jealousy</span><br /><br /><span class="word">over evildoers,</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּמְּרֵעִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(bam·mə·rê·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7489.htm">Strong's 7489: </a> </span><span class="str2">To spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and do not</span><br /><span class="heb">אַל־</span> <span class="translit">(’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be envious</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּ֝קַנֵּ֗א</span> <span class="translit">(tə·qan·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7065.htm">Strong's 7065: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, zealous, jealous, envious</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the wicked.</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּרְשָׁעִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(bā·rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/24-19.htm">Proverbs 24:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/24-19.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 24:19 Don't fret yourself because of evildoers (Prov. 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