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href="/niv/proverbs/14.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The wicked are crushed by disaster, but the godly have a refuge when they die.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/14.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The wicked is overthrown through his evildoing, but the righteous finds refuge in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/14.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The wicked is banished in his wickedness, But the righteous has a refuge in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down by his own wrongdoing, But the righteous has a refuge when he dies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down by his wrongdoing, But the righteous has a refuge when he dies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down by his wrongdoing, But the righteous has a refuge when he dies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down by his own evil, But the righteous takes refuge <i>even</i> in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is overthrown through his wrongdoing, But the righteous has hope <i>and</i> confidence <i>and</i> a refuge [with God] even in death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The wicked one is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous one has a refuge in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The wicked one is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous one has a refuge in his death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down in his evil-doing; But the righteous hath a refuge in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />In times of trouble the wicked are destroyed, but even at death the innocent have faith. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down in his evil-doing: but the righteous hath hope in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A wicked person is thrown down by his own wrongdoing, but even in his death a righteous person has a refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Wicked people bring about their own downfall by their evil deeds, but good people are protected by their integrity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The wicked person is thrown down by his own wrongdoing, but the righteous person has a place of safety in death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The wicked will be thrown down in his trouble, but the righteous have refuge even in the threat of death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is brought down in his calamity, but the righteous has a refuge in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/14.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is brought down in his calamity, but in death, the righteous has a refuge. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The wicked is driven away in his wickedness, "" And the righteous [is] trustful in his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> In his wickedness is the wicked driven away, And trustful in his death is the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The unjust one shall be driven away in his evil: and the just one trusted in his death.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The wicked man shall be driven out in his wickedness: but the just hath hope in his death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The impious will be expelled in his malice. But the just finds hope even in his own death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The wicked are overthrown by their wickedness, but the just find a refuge in their integrity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The wicked are overthrown by their evildoing, but the righteous find a refuge in their integrity.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The wicked is overthrown through his wickedness; but he who is confident that he is without sin is a righteous man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The evil one is overthrown by his evil, and he that trusts that he has no sin is righteous.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The wicked is thrust down in his misfortune; But the righteous, even when he is brought to death, hath hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The ungodly shall be driven away in his wickedness: but he who is secure in his own holiness is just.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/14-32.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=2772" 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/14.htm">The Wise Woman</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">31</span>Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him. <span class="reftext">32</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rā·šā‘ (Adj-ms) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">The wicked man</a> <a href="/hebrew/1760.htm" title="1760: yid·dā·ḥeh (V-Nifal-Imperf-3ms) -- To push, thrust. Or dachach daw-khakh'; a primitive root; to push down.">is thrown down</a> <a href="/hebrew/7451.htm" title="7451: bə·rā·‘ā·ṯōw (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Bad, evil. From ra'a'; bad or evil.">by his own sin,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dîq (Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">but the righteous man</a> <a href="/hebrew/2620.htm" title="2620: wə·ḥō·seh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To seek refuge. A primitive root; to flee for protection; figuratively, to confide in.">has a refuge</a> <a href="/hebrew/4194.htm" title="4194: ḇə·mō·w·ṯōw (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Death. From muwth; death; concretely, the dead, their place or state; figuratively, pestilence, ruin.">even in death.</a> </span><span class="reftext">33</span>Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known.…<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/37-37.htm">Psalm 37:37-38</a></span><br />Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace. / But the transgressors will all be destroyed; the future of the wicked will be cut off.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/3-10.htm">Isaiah 3:10-11</a></span><br />Tell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their labor. / Woe to the wicked; disaster is upon them! For they will be repaid with what their hands have done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-46.htm">Matthew 25:46</a></span><br />And they will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/6-23.htm">Romans 6:23</a></span><br />For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-5.htm">Psalm 1:5-6</a></span><br />Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. / For the LORD guards the path of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/3-36.htm">John 3:36</a></span><br />Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/18-20.htm">Ezekiel 18:20</a></span><br />The soul who sins is the one who will die. A son will not bear the iniquity of his father, and a father will not bear the iniquity of his son. The righteousness of the righteous man will fall upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked man will fall upon him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/5-12.htm">1 John 5:12</a></span><br />Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-6.htm">Psalm 112:6-7</a></span><br />Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever. / He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/1-9.htm">2 Thessalonians 1:9</a></span><br />They will suffer the penalty of eternal destruction, separated from the presence of the Lord and the glory of His might,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/57-1.htm">Isaiah 57:1-2</a></span><br />The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; devout men are taken away, while no one considers that the righteous are taken away from the presence of evil. / Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest, lying down in death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/21-8.htm">Revelation 21:8</a></span><br />But to the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and sexually immoral and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their place will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur. This is the second death.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/27-8.htm">Job 27:8-9</a></span><br />For what is the hope of the godless when he is cut off, when God takes away his life? / Will God hear his cry when distress comes upon him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-49.htm">Matthew 13:49-50</a></span><br />So will it be at the end of the age: The angels will come and separate the wicked from the righteous / and throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/73-18.htm">Psalm 73:18-19</a></span><br />Surely You set them on slick ground; You cast them down into ruin. / How suddenly they are laid waste, completely swept away by terrors!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous has hope in his death.</p><p class="hdg">driven</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/18-18.htm">Job 18:18</a></b></br> He shall be driven from light into darkness, and chased out of the world.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/27-20.htm">Job 27:20-22</a></b></br> Terrors take hold on him as waters, a tempest stealeth him away in the night… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/58-9.htm">Psalm 58:9</a></b></br> Before your pots can feel the thorns, he shall take them away as with a whirlwind, both living, and in <i>his</i> wrath.</p><p class="hdg">the righteous</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/49-18.htm">Genesis 49:18</a></b></br> I have waited for thy salvation, O LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/13-15.htm">Job 13:15</a></b></br> Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/19-25.htm">Job 19:25-27</a></b></br> For I know <i>that</i> my redeemer liveth, and <i>that</i> he shall stand at the latter <i>day</i> upon the earth: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/6-15.htm">Calamity</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-27.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-7.htm">Dies</a> <a href="/psalms/147-2.htm">Driven</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-3.htm">Evil-Doing</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-26.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-21.htm">Misfortune</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-11.htm">Overthrown</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-11.htm">Overturned</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-26.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-19.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-21.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/psalms/140-11.htm">Thrust</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-19.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-19.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">Wickedness</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-14.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/17-5.htm">Calamity</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-10.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Dies</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-6.htm">Driven</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-6.htm">Evil-Doing</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-23.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-26.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-21.htm">Misfortune</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Overthrown</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Overturned</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-3.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-6.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-6.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-5.htm">Thrust</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-20.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-6.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-3.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-26.htm">Wickedness</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-8.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 14</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/14-1.htm">A wise woman builds her house</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'; 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In the context of Proverbs, the wicked are those who live in opposition to God's laws and principles. Historically, the wicked have been seen as those who reject divine wisdom and choose paths of unrighteousness, leading to their downfall. This word sets the stage for understanding the consequences of living a life contrary to God's will.<p><b>are brought down</b><br />The phrase "are brought down" suggests a fall or collapse, often due to one's own actions. In Hebrew, the root word "דָּחָה" (dachah) implies being pushed or cast down. This reflects the biblical principle that sin carries its own consequences, and the wicked, by their actions, set themselves on a path to destruction. The imagery here is of a self-inflicted downfall, emphasizing the justice inherent in God's moral order.<p><b>by their own wickedness</b><br />This phrase highlights the self-destructive nature of sin. The Hebrew word for "wickedness" is "רִשְׁעָה" (rish'ah), which denotes evil deeds or moral corruption. The Bible consistently teaches that sin is not just an external act but a condition of the heart that leads to ruin. The wicked are ensnared by their own choices, illustrating the biblical truth that "whatever a man sows, he will reap" (<a href="/galatians/6-7.htm">Galatians 6:7</a>).<p><b>but the righteous</b><br />In contrast, "the righteous" refers to those who live in accordance with God's laws. The Hebrew word "צַדִּיק" (tzaddik) describes individuals who are just, virtuous, and in right standing with God. Throughout scripture, the righteous are portrayed as those who seek God's wisdom and live by His commandments, resulting in blessings and protection. This sets up a stark contrast with the fate of the wicked.<p><b>find refuge</b><br />The concept of finding "refuge" is deeply rooted in the biblical understanding of God as a protector and deliverer. The Hebrew word "חָסָה" (chasah) means to seek shelter or trust in. This implies that the righteous, even in the face of adversity, have a secure place in God's care. The imagery is of a safe haven, a place of peace and security amidst life's storms.<p><b>even in death</b><br />The phrase "even in death" underscores the ultimate security and hope that the righteous have. In Hebrew thought, death is often seen as the final enemy, yet for the righteous, it is not the end. This reflects the biblical promise of eternal life and the hope of resurrection. The righteous have confidence that their relationship with God transcends even the grave, offering a profound assurance that contrasts sharply with the fate of the wicked.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(32) <span class= "bld">The wicked is driven away in his wickedness.</span>--Or, <span class= "ital">is overthrown in his misfortune, i.e., </span>when it comes upon him (comp. <a href="/psalms/34-21.htm" title="Evil shall slay the wicked: and they that hate the righteous shall be desolate.">Psalm 34:21</a>), for he has none to aid or comfort him.<p><span class= "bld">But the righteous hath hope in his death.--</span>Comp. Job's confidence (<a href="/job/13-15.htm" title="Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain my own ways before him.">Job 13:15</a> and <a href="/psalms/23-4.htm" title="Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me.">Psalm 23:4</a>). The gravest troubles do not terrify him.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 32.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The wicked is driven away in his wickedness.</span> So the Greek and Latin Versions. In his very act of sin, <span class="accented">flagrante delicto</span>, the wicked is defeated, driven from hope and life; as the Revised Version renders, "The wicked is thrust down in his evil doing;" <span class="accented">i.e.</span> there is some element of weakness in an evil deed which occasions its discovery and punishment, sooner or later. Thus "murder will out," we say. But the contrast is better emphasized by taking <span class="accented">ra</span> in its other sense of "calamity," "misfortune," thus: "In his calamity the wicked is cast down" (<a href="/proverbs/24-16.htm">Proverbs 24:16</a>). When misfortune comes upon him, he has no defence, no hope; he collapses utterly; all his friends forsake him; there is none to comfort or uphold him (comp. <a href="/matthew/7-26.htm">Matthew 7:26, 27</a>). <span class="cmt_word">But the righteous hath hope in his death</span> (comp. Ecclus. 1:13). Primarily, the clause means that even in the greatest danger the good man loses not his trust in God. It is like Job's word (if our reading is correct, <a href="/job/13-15.htm">Job 13:15</a>), "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him;" and the psalmist, "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me" (<a href="/psalms/23-4.htm">Psalm 23:4</a>). Thus the Christian martyrs went joyfully to the stake, and gentle women and little children smiled on the sword which sent them home. It is natural to see in this clause a belief in a future life, and a state of rewards and punishments; and some commentators, holding that this doctrine was net known in pre-exilian days, have taken occasion from its plain enunciation in this paragraph to affix a very late date to our book. There are two answers to be made to this assertion. First, it is capable of proof that the belief in the immortality of the soul, with its consequences in another state, was held, however vaguely, by the Jews long before Solomon's time (see note, <a href="/proverbs/12-28.htm">Proverbs 12:28</a>); secondly, the present passage is by some read differently, whence is obtained another rendering, which removes from it all trace of the doctrine in question. Thus Ewald and others would read the clause in this way: "The righteous hath hope, or taketh refuge, from his own deeds." There can be no reasonable doubt that the usual reading and translation are correct; but the above considerations show that no argument as to the date of the Proverbs can be safely founded on this verse. The LXX. has a different reading for <span class="hebrew">במותו</span>, "in his death," and translates, "But he who trusteth in his own holiness is just" - which looks like a travesty of Scripture, but probably refers to the consciousness of having a heart right with God and obedient to the requirements of the Divine Law. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/14-32.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">The wicked [man]</span><br /><span class="heb">רָשָׁ֑ע</span> <span class="translit">(rā·šā‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<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 /><br /><span class="word">is thrown down</span><br /><span class="heb">יִדָּחֶ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(yid·dā·ḥeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1760.htm">Strong's 1760: </a> </span><span class="str2">To push, thrust</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by his own sin,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּֽ֭רָעָתוֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·rā·‘ā·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine 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">but the righteous [man]</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּֽיק׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dîq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">has a refuge</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחֹסֶ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥō·seh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2620.htm">Strong's 2620: </a> </span><span class="str2">To flee for, protection, to confide in</span><br /><br /><span class="word">when he dies.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְמוֹת֣וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·mō·w·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4194.htm">Strong's 4194: </a> </span><span class="str2">Death, the dead, their place, state, pestilence, ruin</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/14-32.htm">Proverbs 14:32 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/14-32.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:32 The wicked is brought down in his (Prov. 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