Proverbs 12:21 Words of Wisdom

21 No harm befalls the righteous,
but the wicked have their fill of trouble.

Meaning of Proverbs 12:21

Proverbs 12:21 - "No harm overtakes the righteous, but the wicked have their fill of trouble." This verse highlights the protective favor of God over the righteous, suggesting a divine shield against ultimate harm. It contrasts this with the inevitable turmoil the wicked face, illustrating a moral universe where righteousness is safeguarded by the Almighty.

Cross References for Proverbs 12:21

Proverbs 14:14 - The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways, and the good man rewarded for his. Click to read the verse Proverbs 14:14 Click to read the verse Proverbs 14:14

Proverbs 1:31 - they will eat the fruit of their ways and be filled with the fruit of their schemes. Click to read the verse Proverbs 1:31 Click to read the verse Proverbs 1:31

Romans 8:28 - More Than Conquerors And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love hi... Click to read the verse Romans 8:28 Click to read the verse Romans 8:28

2 Corinthians 4:17 - For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs t... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:17 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:17

Psalms 121:7 - The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; Click to read the verse Psalms 121:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 121:7

Revelation 18:6 - Give back to her as she has given; pay her back double for what she has done. Mix her a double ... Click to read the verse Revelation 18:6 Click to read the verse Revelation 18:6

Psalms 91:10 - then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. Click to read the verse Psalms 91:10 Click to read the verse Psalms 91:10

1 Corinthians 3:22-23 - whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future—al... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:22-23 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:22-23

Habakkuk 2:16 - You will be filled with shame instead of glory. Now it is your turn! Drink and be exposed! The ... Click to read the verse Habakkuk 2:16 Click to read the verse Habakkuk 2:16

Proverbs 19:23 - The fear of the Lord leads to life: Then one rests content, untouched by trouble. Click to read the verse Proverbs 19:23 Click to read the verse Proverbs 19:23

1 Peter 3:13 - Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:13 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:13

Jeremiah 13:12-14 - Wineskins “Say to them: ‘This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: Every wineskin should ... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:12-14 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:12-14