Proverbs 11:18 web — Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.

World English Bible

"Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward."

— Proverbs 11:18, World English Bible

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Proverbs 11 — Context

15

He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.

16

A gracious woman obtains honor, but violent men obtain riches.

17

The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

18

Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.

19

He who is truly righteous gets life. He who pursues evil gets death.

20

Those who are perverse in heart are an abomination to Yahweh, but those whose ways are blameless are his delight.

21

Most certainly, the evil man will not be unpunished, but the seed of the righteous will be delivered.

Proverbs 11:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 11:18 say?
Proverbs 11:18 in the World English Bible reads: “Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.”
Where is Proverbs 11:18 in the Bible?
Proverbs 11:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 11, verse 18.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 11:18.
What translation should I read Proverbs 11:18 in?
Proverbs 11:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 11:18?
Proverbs 11:18 reads (WEB): “Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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