Proverbs 16:6

6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.

Proverbs 16:6 in Other Translations

KJV
6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
ESV
6 By steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns away from evil.
NLT
6 Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. By fearing the LORD, people avoid evil.
MSG
6 Guilt is banished through love and truth; Fear-of-God deflects evil.
CSB
6 Wickedness is atoned for by loyalty and faithfulness, and one turns from evil by the fear of the Lord.

Proverbs 16:6 In-Context

4 The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.
5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.
6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.
7 When the LORD takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them.
8 Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Genesis 20:11; S Exodus 1:17
  • 2. S Exodus 20:20; Proverbs 14:16
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