Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 11:8 in English Standard Version "The righteous is delivered from trouble, and the wicked walks into it instead." Pr 11:6 The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the treacherous are taken captive by their lust.Pr 21:18 The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright.