American Standard Version
"Asa troubled fountain, and a corrupted spring, So isa righteous man that giveth way before the wicked. "
— Proverbs 25:26, American Standard Version
“A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.”
“Like a muddied spring, and a polluted well, so is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.”
“Like a muddied spring and a polluted well, so is a righteous person who gives way before the wicked.”
“A just man falling down before the wicked, is as a fountain troubled with the foot and a corrupted spring.”
“Like a troubled fountain and a dirty spring, is an upright man who has to give way before evil-doers.”
“A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.”
The north wind bringeth forth rain; So doth a backbiting tongue an angry countenance.
It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
Ascold waters to a thirsty soul, So is good news from a far country.
Asa troubled fountain, and a corrupted spring, So isa righteous man that giveth way before the wicked.
It is not good to eat much honey; Sofor mento search out their own glory is grievous.
He whose spirit is without restraint Islikea city that is broken down and without walls.