Charles Ellicott Commentary Proverbs 14:2

"He that walketh in his uprightness feareth Jehovah; But he that is perverse in his ways despiseth him." — Proverbs 14:2 (ASV)

He that walketh in his uprightness feareth the Lord. —Rather, He who fears the Lord walketh in his uprightness. . And likewise, he that despiseth Him is perverse in his ways. The fear of God and its absence are clearly seen in the outward conduct.