29:1 A man who hardens his neck when reproved shall be suddenly broken—and that without remedy. |
29:2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people mourn. |
29:3 Whoever loves wisdom rejoices his father, but a companion of harlots wastes his wealth. |
29:4 The king establishes the land by justice, but he who takes bribes tears it down. |
29:5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. |
29:6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare, but the righteous sings and rejoices. |
29:7 The righteous considers the plea of the poor; the wicked cares not to know it. |
29:8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare, but the wise turn away wrath. |
29:9 If a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rages or laughs, there is no rest. |
29:10 The bloodthirsty hate the upright, but the just seeks his well-being. |
29:11 A fool utters all his mind, but a wise one keeps it in until afterwards. |
29:12 If a ruler hearkens to lies, all his servants are wicked. |
29:13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together; the LORD gives light to the eyes of both. |
29:14 A king who faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever. |
29:15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. |
29:16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases; but the righteous shall see their fall. |
29:17 Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yea, he shall give delight to your soul. |
29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish; but happy is he who keeps the law. |
29:19 A servant will not be corrected by words, for though he understands, he will not answer. |
29:20 Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. |
29:21 He who pampers his servant from childhood shall have him become his son in the end. |
29:22 An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression. |
29:23 A man's pride shall bring him low, but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit. |
29:24 He who is partner with a thief hates his own soul; he hears the curse but does not reveal anything. |
29:25 The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe. |
29:26 Many seek the ruler's favor, but each man's judgment comes from the LORD. |
29:27 An unjust man is an abomination to the just, and he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. |