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Proverbs 11:31-1964 bbe — If the upright man is rewarded on earth, how much more the evil-doer and the sinner!

Bible in Basic English

"If the upright man is rewarded on earth, how much more the evil-doer and the sinner!"

— Proverbs 11:31-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 11 — Context

28

He who puts his faith in wealth will come to nothing; but the upright man will be full of growth like the green leaf.

29

The troubler of his house will have the wind for his heritage, and the foolish will be servant to the wise-hearted.

30

The fruit of righteousness is a tree of life, but violent behaviour takes away souls.

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If the upright man is rewarded on earth, how much more the evil-doer and the sinner!

Proverbs 11:31-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 11:31-1964 say?
Proverbs 11:31-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “If the upright man is rewarded on earth, how much more the evil-doer and the sinner!”
Where is Proverbs 11:31-1964 in the Bible?
Proverbs 11:31-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 11, verses 31–1964.
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 11:31-1964.
What translation should I read Proverbs 11:31-1964 in?
Proverbs 11:31-1964 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 11:31-1964?
Proverbs 11:31-1964 reads (BBE): “If the upright man is rewarded on earth, how much more the evil-doer and the sinner!” 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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