Proverbs 17:26

Proverbs 17:26 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

26If imposing a fine on the innocent is not good,

surely to flog honest officials is not right.

26It is also not good to fine the righteous,

Nor to strike the noble for their uprightness.

26It is also not good to fine the righteous,

Nor to strike the noble for their uprightness.

26It is also not good to fine the righteous,

Nor to strike the noble for their uprightness.

26It is surely not good to punish the innocent

or to flog a noble for his honesty.

26It isn’t good to fine those who aren’t guilty.

So it certainly isn’t good to whip officials just because they are honest.