Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Whether it be for correction, or for his land, Or for lovingkindness, that he cause it to come.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For a rod, or for a curse, or for mercy, causing it to come on the mark.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Whether he cause it to come as a rod, or for his land, or in mercy.

Webster's Bible (WBT)

He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy.

World English Bible (WEB)

Whether it is for correction, or for his land, Or for loving kindness, that he causes it to come.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Whether for a rod, or for His land, Or for kindness -- He doth cause it to come.