Proverbs 29:24

24 The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies; they are put under oath and dare not testify.

Proverbs 29:24 in Other Translations

KJV
24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.
ESV
24 The partner of a thief hates his own life; he hears the curse, but discloses nothing.
NLT
24 If you assist a thief, you only hurt yourself. You are sworn to tell the truth, but you dare not testify.
MSG
24 Befriend an outlaw and become an enemy to yourself. When the victims cry out, you'll be included in their curses if you're a coward to their cause in court.
CSB
24 To be a thief's partner is to hate oneself; he hears the curse but will not testify.

Proverbs 29:24 In-Context

22 An angry person stirs up conflict, and a hot-tempered person commits many sins.
23 Pride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honor.
24 The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies; they are put under oath and dare not testify.
25 Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.
26 Many seek an audience with a ruler, but it is from the LORD that one gets justice.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Leviticus 5:1
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