Verse (Click for Chapter) Berean Study BibleA kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself. King James Bible The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. American Standard Version The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. Darby Bible Translation The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but the cruel troubleth his own flesh. Douay-Rheims Bible A merciful man doth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel casteth off even his own kindred. English Revised Version The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. Young's Literal Translation A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh. Links Proverbs 11:17 Bible HubProverbs 11:17 Bible Apps Proverbs 11:17 Open Bible |