Proverbs 11:17

17 Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.

Proverbs 11:17 in Other Translations

KJV
17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
ESV
17 A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.
NLT
17 Your kindness will reward you, but your cruelty will destroy you.
MSG
17 When you're kind to others, you help yourself; when you're cruel to others, you hurt yourself.
CSB
17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings disaster on himself.

Proverbs 11:17 In-Context

15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.
16 A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
17 Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.
18 A wicked person earns deceptive wages, but the one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
19 Truly the righteous attain life, but whoever pursues evil finds death.
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