Proverbs 29:16
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordWhen the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
— Proverbs 29:16, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
When the wicked increase, sin increases; But the righteous will see their downfall.
American Standard Version (ASV)
When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.