Proverbs 29
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1A man who hardens his neck after much reproof Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy.1A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.
2When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan.2When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
3A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who keeps company with harlots wastes his wealth.3A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.4By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.
5A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps.5A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
6By transgression an evil man is ensnared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.6An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.
7The righteous is concerned for the rights of the poor, The wicked does not understand such concern.7The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.
8Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.8Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.
9When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, The foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest.9If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.
10Men of bloodshed hate the blameless, But the upright are concerned for his life.10Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.
11A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.11A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
12If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers become wicked.12If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
14If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever.14A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.
15The rod and reproof give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.15A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
16When the wicked increase, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall.16When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
17Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul.17Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.
18Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is he who keeps the law.18Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.
19A slave will not be instructed by words alone; For though he understands, there will be no response.19A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.
20Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.20Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
21He who pampers his slave from childhood Will in the end find him to be a son.21A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.
22An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.22An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.
23A man's pride will bring him low, But a humble spirit will obtain honor.23A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.
24He who is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the oath but tells nothing.24A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify.
25The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.25The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.
26Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the LORD.26Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.
27An unjust man is abominable to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is abominable to the wicked.27An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.
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