Proverbs 16:6

Proverbs 16:6 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

6Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;

through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.

6By mercy and truth atonement is made for wrongdoing,

And by 16:6 Or reverence forthe fear of the Lord one keeps away from evil.

6By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for,

And by the fear of the Lord one keeps away from evil.

6By mercy and lovingkindness and truth [not superficial ritual] wickedness is cleansed from the heart,

And by the fear of the Lord one avoids evil.

6By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for,

and by the fear of the Lord one turns aside from evil.

6Through love and truth sin is paid for.

People avoid evil when they have respect for the Lord.