unfoldingWord_en_tn/pro/17/11.md

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seeks rebellion

The word "rebellion" can be expressed as a verb. Alternate translation: "seeks to rebel" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns)

a cruel messenger will be sent against him

This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "a cruel messenger will come against him" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)

will be sent against him

To be "sent against" someone means to be sent to harm them. Alternate translation: "will be sent to harm him" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom)