Proverbs 29 : 1 (NLT)
Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.
Proverbs 29 : 2 (NLT)
When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice. But when the wicked are in power, they groan.
Proverbs 29 : 3 (NLT)
The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.
Proverbs 29 : 4 (NLT)
A just king gives stability to his nation, but one who demands bribes destroys it.
Proverbs 29 : 5 (NLT)
To flatter friends is to lay a trap for their feet.
Proverbs 29 : 6 (NLT)
Evil people are trapped by sin, but the righteous escape, shouting for joy.
Proverbs 29 : 7 (NLT)
The godly care about the rights of the poor; the wicked don't care at all.
Proverbs 29 : 8 (NLT)
Mockers can get a whole town agitated, but the wise will calm anger.
Proverbs 29 : 9 (NLT)
If a wise person takes a fool to court, there will be ranting and ridicule but no satisfaction.
Proverbs 29 : 10 (NLT)
The bloodthirsty hate blameless people, but the upright seek to help them.
Proverbs 29 : 11 (NLT)
Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back.
Proverbs 29 : 12 (NLT)
If a ruler pays attention to liars, all his advisers will be wicked.
Proverbs 29 : 13 (NLT)
The poor and the oppressor have this in common-- the LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.
Proverbs 29 : 14 (NLT)
If a king judges the poor fairly, his throne will last forever.
Proverbs 29 : 15 (NLT)
To discipline a child produces wisdom, but a mother is disgraced by an undisciplined child.
Proverbs 29 : 16 (NLT)
When the wicked are in authority, sin flourishes, but the godly will live to see their downfall.
Proverbs 29 : 17 (NLT)
Discipline your children, and they will give you peace of mind and will make your heart glad.
Proverbs 29 : 18 (NLT)
When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful.
Proverbs 29 : 19 (NLT)
Words alone will not discipline a servant; the words may be understood, but they are not heeded.
Proverbs 29 : 20 (NLT)
There is more hope for a fool than for someone who speaks without thinking.
Proverbs 29 : 21 (NLT)
A servant pampered from childhood will become a rebel.
Proverbs 29 : 22 (NLT)
An angry person starts fights; a hot-tempered person commits all kinds of sin.
Proverbs 29 : 23 (NLT)
Pride ends in humiliation, while humility brings honor.
Proverbs 29 : 24 (NLT)
If you assist a thief, you only hurt yourself. You are sworn to tell the truth, but you dare not testify.
Proverbs 29 : 25 (NLT)
Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the LORD means safety.
Proverbs 29 : 26 (NLT)
Many seek the ruler's favor, but justice comes from the LORD.
Proverbs 29 : 27 (NLT)
The righteous despise the unjust; the wicked despise the godly.
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