Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing. New Living Translation The hopes of the godly result in happiness, but the expectations of the wicked come to nothing. English Standard Version The hope of the righteous brings joy, but the expectation of the wicked will perish. Berean Standard Bible The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. King James Bible The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. New King James Version The hope of the righteous will be gladness, But the expectation of the wicked will perish. New American Standard Bible The hope of the righteous is gladness, But the expectation of the wicked perishes. NASB 1995 The hope of the righteous is gladness, But the expectation of the wicked perishes. NASB 1977 The hope of the righteous is gladness, But the expectation of the wicked perishes. Legacy Standard Bible The expectation of the righteous is gladness, But the hope of the wicked will perish. Amplified Bible The hope of the righteous [those of honorable character and integrity] is joy, But the expectation of the wicked [those who oppose God and ignore His wisdom] comes to nothing. Christian Standard Bible The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectation of the wicked will perish. Holman Christian Standard Bible The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectation of the wicked comes to nothing. American Standard Version The hope of the righteous shall be gladness; But the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Contemporary English Version If you obey the Lord, you will be happy, but there is no future for the wicked. English Revised Version The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. GOD'S WORD® Translation The hope of righteous people [leads to] joy, but the eager waiting of wicked people comes to nothing. Good News Translation The hopes of good people lead to joy, but wicked people can look forward to nothing. International Standard Version What the righteous hope for brings joy, but the expectation of the wicked dies. Majority Standard Bible The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. NET Bible The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectation of the wicked will remain unfulfilled. New Heart English Bible The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hope of the wicked will perish. Webster's Bible Translation The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. World English Bible The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hope of the wicked will perish. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe hope of the righteous [is] joyful, "" And the expectation of the wicked perishes. Young's Literal Translation The hope of the righteous is joyful, And the expectation of the wicked perisheth. Smith's Literal Translation The hope of the just is gladness: and the expectation of the unjust shall perish. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe expectation of the just is joy; but the hope of the wicked shall perish. Catholic Public Domain Version The expectation of the just is rejoicing. But the hope of the impious will perish. New American Bible The hope of the just brings joy, but the expectation of the wicked perishes. New Revised Standard Version The hope of the righteous ends in gladness, but the expectation of the wicked comes to nothing. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe hope of the righteous shall be gladness; but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The hope of the righteous is with joy and the hope of the evil will perish. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The hope of the righteous is gladness; But the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Brenton Septuagint Translation Joy rests long with the righteous: but the hope of the ungodly shall perish. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Proverbs: The Wise Son…27The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. 28The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. 29The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil.… Cross References Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Romans 15:13 Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Psalm 16:11 You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand. Matthew 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. Psalm 146:5 Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God, 1 Peter 1:8-9 Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, / now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls. Psalm 33:18 Surely the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear Him, on those whose hope is in His loving devotion Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see. Psalm 119:81 My soul faints for Your salvation; I wait for Your word. John 16:22 So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. Isaiah 35:10 So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee. 1 Thessalonians 2:19 After all, who is our hope, our joy, our crown of boasting, if it is not you yourselves in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming? Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison. / So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. Jeremiah 17:7 But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. Treasury of Scripture The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. hope Psalm 16:9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. Psalm 73:24-26 Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory… Romans 5:2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. but Proverbs 11:7 When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men perisheth. Proverbs 14:32 The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death. Job 8:13 So are the paths of all that forget God; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: Jump to Previous End Ends Evil-Doer Expectation Gladness Hope Hopes Joy Joyful Nought Perish Perishes Perisheth Prospect Righteous Sorrow Upright Waiting WickedJump to Next End Ends Evil-Doer Expectation Gladness Hope Hopes Joy Joyful Nought Perish Perishes Perisheth Prospect Righteous Sorrow Upright Waiting WickedProverbs 10 1. Proverbs of Solomon: observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vicesThe hope of the righteous is joy The concept of "hope" in biblical terms often refers to a confident expectation rooted in faith. For the righteous, those who live in accordance with God's will, this hope is not merely wishful thinking but a firm assurance of future joy. This joy is both present and eschatological, reflecting the peace and fulfillment found in a life aligned with divine principles. In the Old Testament, joy is frequently associated with God's presence and blessings (Psalm 16:11). The righteous are those who have been justified by faith, as seen in the life of Abraham (Genesis 15:6), and their hope is ultimately fulfilled in the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who brings eternal joy (John 15:11). but the expectations of the wicked will perish Persons / Places / Events 1. The RighteousIn the context of Proverbs, the righteous are those who live according to God's laws and principles. They are characterized by their faithfulness, integrity, and moral uprightness. 2. The Wicked This term refers to those who live in opposition to God's ways. They are often depicted as deceitful, unjust, and morally corrupt. 3. Solomon Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs are intended to impart wisdom and understanding. 4. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical backdrop of Proverbs, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction. 5. Hope and Expectation These are central themes in this verse, contrasting the outcomes of the righteous and the wicked. Hope is associated with joy for the righteous, while expectation leads to perishing for the wicked. Teaching Points The Nature of HopeBiblical hope is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on God's promises. The righteous can have joy because their hope is secure in God. The Consequences of Wickedness The expectations of the wicked are ultimately futile. This serves as a warning to avoid living in opposition to God's ways. Joy as a Fruit of Righteousness True joy is a byproduct of living a life aligned with God's will. It is not dependent on circumstances but on the assurance of God's faithfulness. The Importance of Righteous Living This proverb encourages believers to pursue righteousness, knowing that it leads to a hopeful and joyful future. Eternal Perspective The verse reminds us to focus on eternal outcomes rather than temporary gains, as the righteous will experience everlasting joy.Verse 28. - The hope of the righteous shall be gladness. The patient expectation of the righteous is joyful, because it has good hope of being, and is, fulfilled. So the apostle (Romans 12:12) speaks, "Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation." Septuagint, "Gladness delayeth for the just." The expectation of the wicked; that which the wicked eagerly hope for shall come to naught (Proverbs 11:7; Job 8:13; Psalm 112:10). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The hopeתּוֹחֶ֣לֶת (tō·w·ḥe·leṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8431: Expectation of the righteous צַדִּיקִ֣ים (ṣad·dî·qîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6662: Just, righteous is joy, שִׂמְחָ֑ה (śim·ḥāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8057: Blithesomeness, glee but the expectations וְתִקְוַ֖ת (wə·ṯiq·waṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8615: A cord, expectancy of the wicked רְשָׁעִ֣ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person will perish. תֹּאבֵֽד׃ (tō·ḇêḏ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6: To wander away, lose oneself, to perish Links Proverbs 10:28 NIVProverbs 10:28 NLT Proverbs 10:28 ESV Proverbs 10:28 NASB Proverbs 10:28 KJV Proverbs 10:28 BibleApps.com Proverbs 10:28 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 10:28 Chinese Bible Proverbs 10:28 French Bible Proverbs 10:28 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 10:28 The prospect of the righteous is joy (Prov. Pro Pr) |
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