Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment.

American Standard Version (ASV)

A wicked man receiveth a bribe out of the bosom, To pervert the ways of justice.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

A sinner takes an offering out of his robe, to get a decision for himself in a cause.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

A wicked [man] taketh a gift out of the bosom, to pervert the paths of judgment.

World English Bible (WEB)

A wicked man receives a bribe in secret, To pervert the ways of justice.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A bribe from the bosom the wicked taketh, To turn aside the paths of judgment.