Proverbs 5:9

Proverbs 5:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9lest you lose your honor to others

and your dignity5:9 Or years to one who is cruel,

9Otherwise you will give your vigor to others,

And your years to the cruel one;

9Or you will give your vigor to others

And your years to the cruel one;

9Or you will give your honor to others,

And your years to the cruel one,

9lest you concede your vigor to others,

and your years to one who is cruel;

9If you do, you will lose your honor to other people.

You will give your self-respect to someone who is mean.