Proverbs

chapter 29


Chapters:


verse #1

He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.


verse #2

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.


verse #3

Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.


verse #4

The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.


verse #5

A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.


verse #6

An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.


verse #7

The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.


verse #8

Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.


verse #9

If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.


verse #10

The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.


verse #11

A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.


verse #12

If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.


verse #13

The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.


verse #14

The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.


verse #15

The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.


verse #16

When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.


verse #17

Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.


verse #18

Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.


verse #19

A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.


verse #20

Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.


verse #21

He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.


verse #22

An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.


verse #23

A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.


verse #24

Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.


verse #25

The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.


verse #26

Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.


verse #27

A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.

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