Proverbs 28:13
World English Bible (WEB)
He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
In context
11 The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.
12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.
13 He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
14 Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.
15 As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
Proverbs 28:13 in every translation
- WEB World English Bible
- He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
- KJV King James Version
- He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.
- ASV American Standard Version
- He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- Whoso is covering his transgressions prospereth not, And he who is confessing and forsaking hath mercy.
- DBY Darby Translation
- He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh [them] shall obtain mercy.
- WBS Webster Bible
- He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but he who confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.