What does Proverbs 11:6 mean?

Proverbs 11:6 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 11:6 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.

4Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.

5The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.

6The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.

7When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men perisheth.

8The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.

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