29Proverbs 29

1He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.Select Proverbs 29:1

2When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.Select Proverbs 29:2

3Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.Select Proverbs 29:3

4The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.Select Proverbs 29:4

5A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.Select Proverbs 29:5

6An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.Select Proverbs 29:6

7The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.Select Proverbs 29:7

8Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.Select Proverbs 29:8

9If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.Select Proverbs 29:9

10The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.Select Proverbs 29:10

11A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.Select Proverbs 29:11

12If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.Select Proverbs 29:12

13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.Select Proverbs 29:13

14The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.Select Proverbs 29:14

15The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.Select Proverbs 29:15

16When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.Select Proverbs 29:16

17Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.Select Proverbs 29:17

18Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.Select Proverbs 29:18

19A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.Select Proverbs 29:19

20Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.Select Proverbs 29:20

21He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.Select Proverbs 29:21

22An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.Select Proverbs 29:22

23A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.Select Proverbs 29:23

24Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.Select Proverbs 29:24

25The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.Select Proverbs 29:25

26Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.Select Proverbs 29:26

27A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.Select Proverbs 29:27