Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

American Standard Version (ASV)

The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

The man who has mercy will be rewarded, but the cruel man is the cause of trouble to himself.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but the cruel troubleth his own flesh.

World English Bible (WEB)

The merciful man does good to his own soul, But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh.