King James Version (KJV) Authorized Version 1611
Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 12) Proverbs 12:12-14 KJV
"The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit. The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble. A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him."
Proverbs Chapter 12, Verse 12-14
Proverbs 12:12-14 in Context (Verses 9–17 KJV)
9
He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10
A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.*
11
He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
12
The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.*
13
The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.*
14
A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.*
17
He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.