Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 24:20 in English Standard Version "for the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be put out." Job 18:5 “Indeed, the light of the wicked is put out, and the flame of his fire does not shine. Pr 13:9 The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out. Pr 24:14 Know that wisdom is such to your soul; if you find it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.