English Bible[BR]

Proverbs Total 31 Chapters[BR]

Proverbs

Proverbs Chapter[BR] 29
Proverbs Chapter[BR] 29

1 One who becomes stiff-necked, after many reprimands will be broken suddenly-- and without a remedy.

2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, people groan.

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.

4 By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a man *who demands "contributions" demolishes it.

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

6 An evil man is caught by sin, but the righteous one sings and rejoices.

7 The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

8 Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.

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9 If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.

10 Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person, but the upright care about him.

11 A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man holds it in check.

12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants will be wicked.

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13 The poor and the oppressor have this in common: the LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

14 A king who judges the poor with fairness-- his throne will be established forever.

15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a youth left to himself is a disgrace to his mother.

16 When the wicked increase, rebellion increases, but the righteous will see their downfall.

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17 Discipline your son, and he will give you comfort; he will also give you delight.

18 Without revelation people run wild, but one who keeps the law will be happy.

19 A servant cannot be disciplined by words; though he understands, he doesn't respond.

20 Do you see a man who speaks too soon? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

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21 A slave pampered from his youth will become arrogant later on.

22 An angry man stirs up conflict, and a hot-tempered man increases rebellion.

23 A person's pride will humble him, but a humble spirit will gain honor.

24 To be a thief's partner is to hate oneself; he hears the curse but will not testify.

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25 The fear of man is a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected.

26 Many seek a ruler's favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.

27 An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.