Verse Comparison: Proverbs 17:11
American Standard Version
An evil man seeketh only rebellion; Therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
Amplified® Bible
An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a stern {and} pitiless messenger shall be sent against him.
Darby English Version
An evil [man] seeketh only rebellion; but a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
King James Version
An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
Revised Standard Version
An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
Young's Literal Translation
An evil man seeketh only rebellion, And a fierce messenger is sent against him.