Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding. New Living Translation When the godly succeed, everyone is glad. When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding. English Standard Version When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, people hide themselves. Berean Standard Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. King James Bible When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. New King James Version When the righteous rejoice, there is great glory; But when the wicked arise, men hide themselves. New American Standard Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, But when the wicked rise, people hide themselves. NASB 1995 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. NASB 1977 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. Legacy Standard Bible When the righteous exult, there is great honor, But when the wicked rise, man has to be sought out. Amplified Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory and celebration; But when the wicked rise [to prominence], men hide themselves. Christian Standard Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great rejoicing, but when the wicked come to power, people hide. Holman Christian Standard Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great rejoicing, but when the wicked come to power, people hide themselves. American Standard Version When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. Contemporary English Version When an honest person wins, it's time to celebrate; when crooks are in control, it's best to hide. English Revised Version When the righteous triumph, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. GOD'S WORD® Translation When righteous people triumph, there is great glory, but when wicked people rise, people hide themselves. Good News Translation When good people come to power, everybody celebrates, but when bad people rule, people stay in hiding. International Standard Version When the righteous are victorious, there is great glory, but when the wicked arise, men hide themselves. Majority Standard Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. NET Bible When the righteous rejoice, great is the glory, but when the wicked rise to power, people are sought out. New Heart English Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. Webster's Bible Translation When righteous men rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. World English Bible When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIn the exulting of the righteous the glory [is] abundant, "" And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive. Young's Literal Translation In the exulting of the righteous the glory is abundant, And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive. Smith's Literal Translation In the rejoicing of the just, much glory: in the rising up of the unjust, man will hide himself. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the joy of the just there is great glory: when the wicked reign, men are ruined. Catholic Public Domain Version In the exultation of the just, there is great glory. When the impious reign, men are brought to ruin. New American Bible When the just triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked prevail, people hide. New Revised Standard Version When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked prevail, people go into hiding. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen righteous men are strong, there is a great glory; but when the wicked rise to power, the glory diminishes. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated By the strength of the righteous ones, glory increases, and in the rise of the evil ones it is diminished. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917When the righteous exult, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men must be sought for. Brenton Septuagint Translation By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Boldness of the Righteous…11A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him. 12When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. 13He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.… Cross References Proverbs 11:10 When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. Proverbs 29:2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. Psalm 58:10-11 The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked. / Then men will say, “There is surely a reward for the righteous! There is surely a God who judges the earth!” Psalm 68:3 But the righteous will be glad and rejoice before God; they will celebrate with joy. Psalm 97:11-12 Light shines on the righteous, gladness on the upright in heart. / Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name. Psalm 107:42 The upright see and rejoice, and all iniquity shuts its mouth. Isaiah 24:7-11 The new wine dries up, the vine withers. All the merrymakers now groan. / The joyful tambourines have ceased; the noise of revelers has stopped; the joyful harp is silent. / They no longer sing and drink wine; strong drink is bitter to those who consume it. ... Isaiah 66:5 You who tremble at His word, hear the word of the LORD: “Your brothers who hate you and exclude you because of My name have said, ‘Let the LORD be glorified that we may see your joy!’ But they will be put to shame.” Jeremiah 20:11 But the LORD is with me like a fearsome warrior. Therefore, my persecutors will stumble and will not prevail. Since they have not succeeded, they will be utterly put to shame, with an everlasting disgrace that will never be forgotten. Daniel 12:10 Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will continue to act wickedly. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand. 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. Matthew 13:43 Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear. Luke 6:23 Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way. John 16:20 Truly, truly, I tell you, you will weep and wail while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy. Acts 13:48-49 When the Gentiles heard this, they rejoiced and glorified the word of the Lord, and all who were appointed for eternal life believed. / And the word of the Lord spread throughout that region. Treasury of Scripture When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. righteous Proverbs 28:28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase. Proverbs 11:10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting. Proverbs 29:2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. but 1 Samuel 24:11 Moreover, my father, see, yea, see the skirt of thy robe in my hand: for in that I cut off the skirt of thy robe, and killed thee not, know thou and see that there is neither evil nor transgression in mine hand, and I have not sinned against thee; yet thou huntest my soul to take it. 1 Kings 17:3 Get thee hence, and turn thee eastward, and hide thyself by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan. 1 Kings 18:13 Was it not told my lord what I did when Jezebel slew the prophets of the LORD, how I hid an hundred men of the LORD'S prophets by fifty in a cave, and fed them with bread and water? hidden or sought for Jeremiah 5:1 Run ye to and fro through the streets of Jerusalem, and see now, and know, and seek in the broad places thereof, if ye can find a man, if there be any that executeth judgment, that seeketh the truth; and I will pardon it. Jump to Previous Abundant Apprehensive Conceal Evil-Doers Exult Exulting Glory Great Hidden Hide Hiding Lifted Power Rejoice Righteous Rise Rising Sought Themselves Triumph Upright WickedJump to Next Abundant Apprehensive Conceal Evil-Doers Exult Exulting Glory Great Hidden Hide Hiding Lifted Power Rejoice Righteous Rise Rising Sought Themselves Triumph Upright WickedProverbs 28 1. general observations of impiety and integrityWhen the righteous triumph, there is great glory This phrase highlights the celebration and joy that accompany the success of the righteous. Biblically, the triumph of the righteous is often associated with God's favor and blessing. In the Old Testament, figures like David and Solomon experienced periods of triumph that brought glory to Israel, reflecting God's covenant promises. The concept of "great glory" can be linked to the idea of God's glory being manifested through His people, as seen in passages like Isaiah 60:1-3, where the glory of the Lord rises upon His people, drawing nations to His light. The triumph of the righteous is not just a personal victory but a communal one, bringing peace and prosperity to the land, as seen in Proverbs 11:10. but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves Persons / Places / Events 1. The RighteousThose who live in accordance with God's laws and principles, seeking to honor Him in their actions and decisions. 2. The Wicked Individuals who act in opposition to God's commands, often causing harm and injustice. 3. Triumph of the Righteous A situation where those who are righteous experience success or victory, leading to a positive impact on society. 4. Rise of the Wicked A scenario where those who are wicked gain power or influence, resulting in fear and oppression. 5. Men Hiding The reaction of people when the wicked are in power, indicating fear and a desire to avoid confrontation or harm. Teaching Points The Impact of Righteous LeadershipRighteous leaders bring about positive change and glory, creating an environment where people can thrive. The Consequences of Wickedness When wicked individuals gain power, it leads to fear and oppression, causing people to withdraw and hide. The Role of the Community The community's response to leadership reflects the moral and spiritual climate; support righteous leaders and resist wickedness. God's Justice and Timing Trust in God's ultimate justice, knowing that He will exalt the righteous and bring down the wicked in His perfect timing. Personal Responsibility Each believer is called to live righteously, contributing to the triumph of good over evil in their sphere of influence.(12) When righteous men do rejoice--i.e., prosper, or triumph. There is great glory.--Men rejoice, and array themselves in their gayest attire. A man is hidden.--Literally, is sought for. They hide themselves for fear (comp. Proverbs 28:28), and must be sought for, in order to be found. Verse 12. - When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory (comp. Proverbs 29:2; Proverbs 11:10). "Rejoice," rather triumph, as conquerors, right prevailing and wickedness being overcome. Then there is great show of joy, and, as the expression implies, men put on their festal garments to do honorer to the occasion: See the description of Solomon's time (1 Kings 4:20, 25). If we take this verse in connection with ver. 2, we may see in it the triumph of order after a period of confusion and anarchy. Septuagint, "Through the help of righteous men great glory arises." But when the wicked rise, a man is hidden (comp. ver. 28, where, however, the verb is different). The Authorized Version m, one that when the wicked rise to power, people have to hide themselves in order to escape danger to life and property. The verb is more literally rendered, "are searched for," i.e. they have betaken themselves to hiding places, and have to be looked for; they fear oppression and injury, and venture no longer into the streets and open places. Vulgate,Regnantibus impiis ruinae hominum, "When evil men are m power, there is general ruin;" Septuagint, "In the places of the ungodly men are caught." Other interpretations of the proverb have been suggested, though none is so satisfactory as that given above. Thus some take the searching out to mean testing, in the sense that evil times try men's characters, and bring out their true nature (1 Corinthians 11:19). Others explain that, under the reign of the impious, men do not come forward to take part in public affairs, but retire sullenly into private life.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When the righteousצַ֭דִּיקִים (ṣad·dî·qîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6662: Just, righteous triumph, בַּעֲלֹ֣ץ (ba·‘ă·lōṣ) Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 5970: To jump for, joy, exult there is great רַבָּ֣ה (rab·bāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7227: Much, many, great glory, תִפְאָ֑רֶת (ṯip̄·’ā·reṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8597: Beauty, glory but when the wicked רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (rə·šā·‘îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person rise, וּבְק֥וּם (ū·ḇə·qūm) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand men אָדָֽם׃ (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being hide themselves. יְחֻפַּ֥שׂ (yə·ḥup·paś) Verb - Pual - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2664: To seek, to conceal oneself, mask Links Proverbs 28:12 NIVProverbs 28:12 NLT Proverbs 28:12 ESV Proverbs 28:12 NASB Proverbs 28:12 KJV Proverbs 28:12 BibleApps.com Proverbs 28:12 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 28:12 Chinese Bible Proverbs 28:12 French Bible Proverbs 28:12 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 28:12 When the righteous triumph there is great (Prov. 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