22 Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find[1] love and faithfulness.

Other Translations of Proverbs 14:22

King James Version

22 Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.

English Standard Version

22 Do they not go astray who devise evil? Those who devise good meetOr show steadfast love and faithfulness.

The Message

22 Isn't it obvious that conspirators lose out, while the thoughtful win love and trust?

New King James Version

22 Do they not go astray who devise evil? But mercy and truth belong to those who devise good.

New Living Translation

22 If you plan to do evil, you will be lost; if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:22

Commentary on Proverbs 14:22

(Read Proverbs 14:22)

How wisely those consult their own interest, who not only do good, but devise it!