Berean Study Bible
A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.

King James Bible
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

American Standard Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

Darby Bible Translation
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but the cruel troubleth his own flesh.

Douay-Rheims Bible
A merciful man doth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel casteth off even his own kindred.

English Revised Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

Young's Literal Translation
A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh.