Proverbs 31:9

Proverbs 31:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9Speak up and judge fairly;

defend the rights of the poor and needy.

9Open your mouth, judge righteously,

And 31:9 Lit judge the afflicteddefend the rights of the poor and needy.

9Open your mouth, judge righteously,

And defend the rights of the afflicted and needy.

9Open your mouth, judge righteously,

And administer justice for the afflicted and needy. [Lev 19:15; Deut 1:16; Job 29:12; Is 1:17; Jer 22:16]

9Open your mouth, judge righteously,

and defend the cause of the poor and needy.

9Speak up and judge fairly.

Speak up for the rights of those who are poor and needy.