Proverbs - Chapter 29 | New King James Version

  • 1. He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
  • 2. When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan.
  • 3. Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth.
  • 4. The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it.
  • 5. A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.
  • 6. By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.
  • 7. The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge.
  • 8. Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away wrath.
  • 9. If a wise man contends with a foolish man, Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace.
  • 10. The bloodthirsty hate the blameless, But the upright seek his well-being. {cf2super [56]}
  • 11. A fool vents all his feelings, {cf2super [57]} But a wise man holds them back.
  • 12. If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked.
  • 13. The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
  • 14. The king who judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever.
  • 15. The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.
  • 16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall.
  • 17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul.
  • 18. Where there is no revelation, {cf2super [58]} the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law.
  • 19. A servant will not be corrected by mere words; For though he understands, he will not respond.
  • 20. Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
  • 21. He who pampers his servant from childhood Will have him as a son in the end.
  • 22. An angry man stirs up strife, And a furious man abounds in transgression.
  • 23. A man's pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor.
  • 24. Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, {cf2super [59]} but reveals nothing.
  • 25. The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe.
  • 26. Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the Lord.
  • 27. An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.
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