Proverbs 14:14 net — The backslider will be paid back from his own ways, but a good person will be rewarded for his.

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"The backslider will be paid back from his own ways, but a good person will be rewarded for his."

— Proverbs 14:14, NET Bible

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Proverbs 14 — Context

11

The household of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.

12

There is a way that seems right to a person, but its end is the way that leads to death.

13

Even in laughter the heart may ache, and the end of joy may be grief.

14

The backslider will be paid back from his own ways, but a good person will be rewarded for his.

15

A naive person will believe anything, but the shrewd person discerns his steps.

16

A wise person is cautious and turns from evil, but a fool throws off restraint and is overconfident.

17

A person who has a quick temper will do foolish things, and a person with crafty schemes will be hated.

Proverbs 14:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 14:14 say?
Proverbs 14:14 in the NET Bible reads: “The backslider will be paid back from his own ways, but a good person will be rewarded for his.”
Where is Proverbs 14:14 in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 14, verse 14.
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 14:14.
What translation should I read Proverbs 14:14 in?
Proverbs 14:14 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 14:14?
Proverbs 14:14 reads (NET): “The backslider will be paid back from his own ways, but a good person will be rewarded for his.” 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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