11:4 Wealth does not profit in the day of wrath, 1
but righteousness delivers from mortal danger. 2
1 sn The “day of wrath” refers to divine punishment in this life (R. N. Whybray, Proverbs [CBC], 67; e.g., also Job 21:30; Ezek 7:19; Zeph 1:18). Righteousness and not wealth is more valuable in anticipating judgment.
2 tn Heb “from death.”