Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that diligently seeketh good seeketh favor; But he that searcheth after evil, it shall come unto him.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who, with all his heart, goes after what is good is searching for grace; but he who is looking for trouble will get it.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that is earnest after good seeketh favour; but he that searcheth for mischief, it shall come upon him.

World English Bible (WEB)

He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, But he who searches after evil, it shall come to him.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Whoso is earnestly seeking good Seeketh a pleasing thing, And whoso is seeking evil -- it meeteth him.