Proverbs 29:16

King James Version (KJV)

When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

In context

14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

KJV King James Version: When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
WEB World English Bible: When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
BSB Berean Standard Bible: When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
ASV American Standard Version: When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
YLT Young's Literal Translation: In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.
DBY Darby Translation: When the wicked increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.
WBS Webster Bible: When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.