Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Also to punish the righteous is not good, `Nor' to smite the noble for `their' uprightness.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

To give punishment to the upright is not good, or to give blows to the noble for their righteousness.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

To punish a righteous [man] is not good, nor to strike nobles because of [their] uprightness.

World English Bible (WEB)

Also to punish the righteous is not good, Nor to flog officials for their integrity.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Also, to fine the righteous is not good, To smite nobles for uprightness.