Proverbs 21:18
The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright.
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rasha' · Hebrew Noun
A moral category in Proverbs; one who acts contrary to God's law, despises wisdom, and causes destruction in the community.
kopher · Hebrew Noun
A substitute price paid to secure release or safety; in scripture, it often implies that the consequences intended for the righteous fall instead upon the wicked.
tsaddiq · Hebrew Noun
One who is in right relationship with God and others, living in accordance with His moral standards and wisdom.
yashar · Hebrew Adjective
One who acts with integrity, honesty, and moral straightness before God. They are characterized by a heart aligned with His truth.
Proverbs 21:18 reads: "The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright." — see the full explanation above for context and original-language notes.
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