Proverbs 11:9 net — With his speech the godless person destroys his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous will be delivered.

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"With his speech the godless person destroys his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous will be delivered."

— Proverbs 11:9, NET Bible

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Proverbs 11:9 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 11 — Context

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The righteousness of the upright will deliver them, but the treacherous will be ensnared by their own desires.

7

When a wicked person dies, his expectation perishes, and hope based on power has perished.

8

A righteous person was delivered out of trouble, then a wicked person took his place.

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With his speech the godless person destroys his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous will be delivered.

10

When the righteous do well, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there is joy.

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A city is exalted by the blessing provided from the upright, but it is destroyed by the counsel of the wicked.

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The one who denounces his neighbor lacks sense, but a discerning person keeps silent.

Proverbs 11:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 11:9 say?
Proverbs 11:9 in the NET Bible reads: “With his speech the godless person destroys his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous will 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 (NET): “With his speech the godless person destroys his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous will 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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