Proverbs 11:9 asv — With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered.

American Standard Version

"With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered. "

— Proverbs 11:9, American Standard Version

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Proverbs 11 — Context

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The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them; But the treacherous shall be taken in their own iniquity.

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When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish; And the hope of iniquity perisheth.

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The righteous is delivered out of trouble; And the wicked cometh in his stead.

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With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered.

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When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; And when the wicked perish, there is shouting.

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By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted; But it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

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He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

Proverbs 11:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 11:9 say?
Proverbs 11:9 in the American Standard Version reads: “With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered. ”
Where is Proverbs 11:9 in the Bible?
Proverbs 11:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 11, verse 9.
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 11:9.
What translation should I read Proverbs 11:9 in?
Proverbs 11:9 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 11:9?
Proverbs 11:9 reads (ASV): “With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered. ” 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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