Modern Translations
New International VersionDo not rule over them ruthlessly, but fear your God.
New Living TranslationShow your fear of God by not treating them harshly.
English Standard VersionYou shall not rule over him ruthlessly but shall fear your God.
Berean Study BibleYou are not to rule over them harshly, but you shall fear your God.
New American Standard BibleYou shall not rule over him with severity, but are to revere your God.
NASB 1995'You shall not rule over him with severity, but are to revere your God.
NASB 1977‘You shall not rule over him with severity, but are to revere your God.
Amplified BibleYou shall not rule over him with harshness (severity, oppression), but you are to fear your God [with profound reverence].
Christian Standard BibleYou are not to rule over them harshly but fear your God.
Holman Christian Standard BibleYou are not to rule over them harshly but fear your God.
Contemporary English VersionSo obey me, and don't be cruel to the poor.
Good News TranslationDo not treat them harshly, but obey your God.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationDo not treat them harshly. Fear your God.
International Standard VersionYou are not to rule over them with harshness. You are to fear your God."
NET BibleYou must not rule over him harshly, but you must fear your God.