Proverbs 20:22
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordSay not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
— Proverbs 20:22, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Don't say, "I will pay back evil." Wait for Yahweh, and he will save you.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Say not thou, I will recompense evil: Wait for Jehovah, and he will save thee.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Do not say, 'I recompense evil,' Wait for Jehovah, and He delivereth thee.