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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/13.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the person of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/13.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Godliness guards the path of the blameless, but the evil are misled by sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness keepeth <i>him that is</i> upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guards <i>him whose</i> way is blameless, But wickedness overthrows the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness brings the sinner to ruin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness subverts the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness (being in right standing with God) guards the one whose way is blameless, But wickedness undermines <i>and</i> overthrows the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards people of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards people of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way; But wickedness overthroweth the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Live right, and you are safe! But sin will destroy you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Righteousness protects the honest way of life, but wickedness ruins a sacrifice for sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Righteousness protects the innocent; wickedness is the downfall of sinners. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Righteousness protects the blameless, but wickedness brings down the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the one who lives with integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Righteousness keeps him who is perfect in the way, "" And wickedness overthrows a sin offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Righteousness keepeth him who is perfect in the way, And wickedness overthroweth a sin offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Justice will guard the blameless of way: and injustice shall overthrow the sinning.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Justice keepeth the way of the innocent: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Justice guards the way of the innocent. But impiety undermines the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Justice guards one who walks honestly, but sin leads the wicked astray. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Righteousness guards one whose way is upright, but sin overthrows the wicked.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Righteousness keeps him that is upright in his way; but wickedness overthrows the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Righteousness will keep him who is perfect in his way, and the sinner's sin will destroy him.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way; But wickedness overthroweth the sinner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/13-6.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=2392" 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/13.htm">A Father's Discipline</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6666.htm" title="6666: ṣə·ḏā·qāh (N-fs) -- Righteousness. From tsadaq; rightness, subjectively, objectively, morally or figuratively.">Righteousness</a> <a href="/hebrew/5341.htm" title="5341: tiṣ·ṣōr (V-Qal-Imperf-3fs) -- To watch, guard, keep. A primitive root; to guard, in a good sense Or a bad one.">guards</a> <a href="/hebrew/8537.htm" title="8537: tām- (N-msc) -- From tamam; completeness; figuratively, prosperity; usually innocence.">the man of integrity,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: dā·reḵ (N-cs) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7564.htm" title="7564: wə·riš·‘āh (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Wickedness. Feminine of resha'; wrong.">but wickedness</a> <a href="/hebrew/5557.htm" title="5557: tə·sal·lêp̄ (V-Piel-Imperf-3fs) -- To twist, pervert, overturn. A primitive root; properly, to wrench, i.e. to subvert.">undermines</a> <a href="/hebrew/2403.htm" title="2403: ḥaṭ·ṭāṯ (N-fs) -- Or chattacth; from chata'; an offence, and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also an offender.">the sinner.</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>One pretends to be rich, but has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.…<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/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21</a></span><br />May integrity and uprightness preserve me, because I wait for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-18.htm">Psalm 37:18</a></span><br />The LORD knows the days of the blameless, and their inheritance will last forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-1.htm">Psalm 119:1-3</a></span><br />Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. / Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart. / They do no iniquity; they walk in His ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-7.htm">Isaiah 26:7</a></span><br />The path of the righteous is level; You clear a straight path for the upright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/33-15.htm">Isaiah 33:15-16</a></span><br />He who walks righteously and speaks with sincerity, who refuses gain from extortion, whose hand never takes a bribe, who stops his ears against murderous plots and shuts his eyes tightly against evil— / he will dwell on the heights; the mountain fortress will be his refuge; his food will be provided and his water assured.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/51-7.htm">Isaiah 51:7</a></span><br />Listen to Me, you who know what is right, you people with My law in your hearts: Do not fear the scorn of men; do not be broken by their insults.<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="/matthew/5-10.htm">Matthew 5:10</a></span><br />Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.<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="/romans/6-13.htm">Romans 6:13</a></span><br />Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/6-16.htm">Romans 6:16</a></span><br />Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey, whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-4.htm">Romans 8:4</a></span><br />so that the righteous standard of the law might be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/15-34.htm">1 Corinthians 15:34</a></span><br />Sober up as you ought, and stop sinning; for some of you are ignorant of God. I say this to your shame.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-21.htm">2 Corinthians 5:21</a></span><br />God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-24.htm">Ephesians 4:24</a></span><br />and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Righteousness keeps him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthrows the sinner.</p><p class="hdg">righteousness</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Proverbs 11:3,5,6</a></b></br> The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/15-2.htm">Psalm 15:2</a></b></br> He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21</a></b></br> Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee.</p><p class="hdg">wickedness</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/5-22.htm">Proverbs 5:22</a></b></br> His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Proverbs 21:12</a></b></br> The righteous <i>man</i> wisely considereth the house of the wicked: <i>but God</i> overthroweth the wicked for <i>their</i> wickedness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/28-23.htm">2 Chronicles 28:23</a></b></br> For he sacrificed unto the gods of Damascus, which smote him: and he said, Because the gods of the kings of Syria help them, <i>therefore</i> will I sacrifice to them, that they may help me. But they were the ruin of him, and of all Israel.</p><p class="hdg">the sinner </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">Blameless</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-28.htm">Error</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Guardeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Guards</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/psalms/141-2.htm">Offering</a> <a href="/job/34-25.htm">Overthroweth</a> <a href="/job/34-25.htm">Overthrows</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-7.htm">Overturned</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Preserveth</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-28.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-3.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-13.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-13.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/16-19.htm">Subverts</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-5.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-28.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-5.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-3.htm">Wickedness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Blameless</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Error</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-25.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-18.htm">Guardeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-17.htm">Guards</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-32.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-17.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-20.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-8.htm">Offering</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Overthroweth</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-12.htm">Overthrows</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-11.htm">Overturned</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-10.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-17.htm">Preserveth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-23.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-3.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-3.htm">Subverts</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-15.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-32.htm">Wickedness</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">a scoffer does not listen to rebuke</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/13.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/13.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Righteousness guards the man of integrity</b><br>Righteousness, in biblical terms, refers to living in accordance with God's standards and commands. It is a protective force, akin to a shield, for those who live with integrity. Integrity implies a consistency of character, where one's actions align with moral and ethical principles. In the ancient Near Eastern context, integrity was highly valued, as it ensured trust and stability within the community. The concept of righteousness as a guard is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21</a>, which speaks of integrity and uprightness preserving the faithful. This phrase also points to the protective nature of living a life aligned with God's will, as seen in the life of Jesus Christ, who exemplified perfect righteousness and integrity.<p><b>but wickedness undermines the sinner</b><br>Wickedness refers to actions and thoughts that are contrary to God's laws and moral order. It is depicted as a destructive force that erodes the foundation of a person's life. The term "undermines" suggests a gradual weakening or destabilization, much like how sin can slowly corrupt an individual's character and relationships. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, sin was not only a personal failing but also a communal concern, as it could bring consequences upon the entire community. This idea is reinforced in scriptures such as <a href="/james/1-15.htm">James 1:15</a>, which describes how sin, when fully grown, leads to death. The contrast between righteousness and wickedness highlights the biblical theme of the two paths: one leading to life and protection, the other to destruction and ruin.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He compiled these sayings to impart wisdom and understanding.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the Proverbs were initially addressed, providing guidance for living a life pleasing to God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous.htm">The Righteous</a></b><br>Those who live according to God's laws and principles, embodying integrity and moral uprightness.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>Individuals who live contrary to God's commands, often characterized by deceit and moral corruption.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_path_of_integrity.htm">The Path of Integrity</a></b><br>A metaphorical journey representing a life lived in accordance with God's will and moral principles.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/guardianship_of_righteousness.htm">Guardianship of Righteousness</a></b><br>Righteousness acts as a protective barrier for those who walk in integrity. Living a life aligned with God's principles provides safety and guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consequences_of_wickedness.htm">Consequences of Wickedness</a></b><br>Wickedness inherently leads to downfall and destruction. It undermines the sinner, leading to instability and moral decay.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_as_a_lifestyle.htm">Integrity as a Lifestyle</a></b><br>Integrity should be a consistent and deliberate choice. It involves aligning one's actions with God's truth, even when faced with challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_choice.htm">The Importance of Choice</a></b><br>Every decision reflects either righteousness or wickedness. Believers are called to choose the path that honors God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ's_character.htm">Reflecting Christ's Character</a></b><br>As Christians, we are called to reflect the character of Christ, who embodies perfect righteousness and integrity.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_has_cast_a_spell_on_you.htm">What does 'walking in truth' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_proverbs_22_10_with_love.htm">Proverbs 22:10: How do we reconcile the call to 'drive out the mocker' with the New Testament emphasis on love, forgiveness, and inclusion?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_faithful_believers_face_hunger.htm">If Proverbs 13:25 suggests the righteous will always have enough to eat, what explains faithful believers who endure hunger or famine?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_hosea_9_15_show_god's_love.htm">In Hosea 9:15, how do we reconcile an 'all-loving' God with the statement that God hates His people in Gilgal?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way.--</span>See above on <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm" title="The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.">Proverbs 11:5</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Righteousness keepeth</span> (guardeth) him that <span class="cmt_word">is</span> <span class="cmt_word">upright in the way</span>; literally, <span class="accented">uprightness of way</span>, abstract for concrete, as in the second member, sin for sinner. Those who are good and innocent in the walk of life are preserved from evil, moral and material. <span class="cmt_word">Wickedness overthroweth the sinner;</span> literally, <span class="accented">sin</span> "Overthroweth," makes to slip. Vulgate, <span class="accented">supplantet.</span> The LXX. inverts the clause, "Sin makes the impious worthless (<span class="greek">φαύλους</span>)" (see <a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Proverbs 11:3, 5, 6</a>). The verse is omitted in many Greek manuscripts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/13-6.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">Righteousness</span><br /><span class="heb">צְ֭דָקָה</span> <span class="translit">(ṣə·ḏā·qāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6666.htm">Strong's 6666: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rightness, subjectively, objectively</span><br /><br /><span class="word">guards</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּצֹּ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(tiṣ·ṣōr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5341.htm">Strong's 5341: </a> </span><span class="str2">To watch, guard, keep</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the man of integrity,</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּם־</span> <span class="translit">(tām-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8537.htm">Strong's 8537: </a> </span><span class="str2">Completeness, integrity, also part of the high priest's breastplate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but wickedness</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝רִשְׁעָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·riš·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7564.htm">Strong's 7564: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wickedness</span><br /><br /><span class="word">undermines</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּסַלֵּ֥ף</span> <span class="translit">(tə·sal·lêp̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5557.htm">Strong's 5557: </a> </span><span class="str2">To twist, pervert, overturn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sinner.</span><br /><span class="heb">חַטָּֽאת׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥaṭ·ṭāṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2403.htm">Strong's 2403: </a> </span><span class="str2">An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/13-6.htm">Proverbs 13:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:6 Righteousness guards the way of integrity (Prov. 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