Proverbs 12:12 kjva — The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit."

— Proverbs 12:12, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Proverbs 12 — Context

9

He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.

10

A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.

11

He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.

12

The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.

13

The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.

14

A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.

15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

Proverbs 12:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 12:12 say?
Proverbs 12:12 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.”
Where is Proverbs 12:12 in the Bible?
Proverbs 12:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 12, verse 12.
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 12:12.
What translation should I read Proverbs 12:12 in?
Proverbs 12:12 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 12:12?
Proverbs 12:12 reads (KJVA): “The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.” 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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