Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 21:18 in English Standard Version "The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, and the traitor for the upright." Pr 11:8 The righteous is delivered from trouble, and the wicked walks into it instead.Isa 43:3 For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Cush and Seba in exchange for you.