Proverbs 14:34

Proverbs 14:34 in 10 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

34Righteousness exalts a nation,

but sin condemns any people.

34Righteousness exalts a nation,

But sin is a disgrace to any people.

34Righteousness [moral and spiritual integrity and virtuous character] exalts a nation,

But sin is a disgrace to any people.

34Righteousness exalts a nation,

but sin is a disgrace to any people.

34Righteousness exalteth a nation;

But sin is a reproach to any people.

34Iustice exalteth a nation, but sinne is a shame to the people.

34Righteousness exalts a nation,

but sin is a disgrace to any people.

34Doing what is right lifts people up.

But sin brings judgment to any nation.

34A nation will receive honour when its people do what is right.

But sin will bring shame on its people.

34Righteousness exalts a nation, || And the righteousness of peoples [is] a sin-offering.