Proverbs 12:6 net — The words of the wicked lie in wait to shed innocent blood, but the words of the upright will deliver them.

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"The words of the wicked lie in wait to shed innocent blood, but the words of the upright will deliver them."

— Proverbs 12:6, NET Bible

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Proverbs 12 — Context

3

No one can be established through wickedness, but a righteous root cannot be moved.

4

A noble wife is the crown of her husband, but the wife who acts shamefully is like rottenness in his bones.

5

The plans of the righteous are just; the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.

6

The words of the wicked lie in wait to shed innocent blood, but the words of the upright will deliver them.

7

The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the righteous household will stand.

8

A person will be praised in accordance with his wisdom, but the one with a bewildered mind will be despised.

9

Better is a person of humble standing who works for himself, than one who pretends to be somebody important yet has no food.

Proverbs 12:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 12:6 say?
Proverbs 12:6 in the NET Bible reads: “The words of the wicked lie in wait to shed innocent blood, but the words of the upright will deliver them.”
Where is Proverbs 12:6 in the Bible?
Proverbs 12:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 12, verse 6.
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 12:6.
What translation should I read Proverbs 12:6 in?
Proverbs 12:6 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 12:6?
Proverbs 12:6 reads (NET): “The words of the wicked lie in wait to shed innocent blood, but the words of the upright will deliver them.” 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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