Proverbs
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 24:8
“He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.”
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 24:8 Context
5A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength. 6For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety. 7Wisdom is too high for a fool: he openeth not his mouth in the gate. 8He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person. 9The thought of foolishness is sin: and the scorner is an abomination to men. 10If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small. 11If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death, and those that are ready to be slain;
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Translation Details for Proverbs 24:8
He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.
Other Translations for Proverbs 24:8
Bible Commentary for Proverbs 24:8
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 24:8
24:8 Shall be called - Though he cover his wicked devices with fair pretences, he shall be branded with that infamy which is due to him.
He that deuiseth to doe euill, shall be called a mischieuous person.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
One who plans to do evil, Men will call a schemer.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
He that deviseth to do evil, Men shall call him a mischief-maker.
- American Standard Version (1901)
He whose purposes are bad will be named a man of evil designs.
- Basic English Bible
He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a master of intrigues.
- Darby Bible
He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.
- Webster's Bible
One who plots to do evil will be called a schemer.
- World English Bible
Whoso is devising to do evil, Him they call a master of wicked thoughts.
- Youngs Literal Bible
He that deviseth to do evil, men shall call him a mischievous person.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible