Proverbs 11:4

NETBible

Wealth does not profit in the day of wrath, 1  but righteousness delivers from mortal danger. 2 

NIV ©

Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.

NASB ©

Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, But righteousness delivers from death.

NLT ©

Riches won’t help on the day of judgment, but right living is a safeguard against death.

MSG ©

A thick bankroll is no help when life falls apart, but a principled life can stand up to the worst.

BBE ©

Wealth is of no profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness keeps a man safe from death.

NRSV ©

Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.

NKJV ©

Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, But righteousness delivers from death.

KJV
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NASB ©
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NET [draft] ITL
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NETBible

Wealth does not profit in the day of wrath, 1  but righteousness delivers from mortal danger. 2 

NET Notes

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.”