Proverbs 29:25-27

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

²⁵The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever leans on, trusts in, and puts his confidence in the Lord is safe and set on high.

²⁶Many crave and seek the ruler’s favor, but the wise man [waits] for justice from the Lord.

²⁷An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, and he who is upright in the way [of the Lord] is an abomination to the wicked.

Proverbs 29:25-27

New International Version

²⁵Fear^(A) of man will prove to be a snare,
but whoever trusts in the Lord^(B) is kept safe.^(C)

²⁶Many seek an audience with a ruler,^(D)
but it is from the Lord that one gets justice.^(E)

²⁷The righteous detest the dishonest;
the wicked detest the upright.^(F)

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC)

New International Version (NIV)