Proverbs 29
1 He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 4 I
2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. 6 I
3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
4 The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. 2 I
5 A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet. 5 I
6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice. 5 I
7 The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it. 18 I
8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.
9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. 2 I
10 The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards. 9 I
12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the Lord lighteneth both their eyes. 7 I
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. 3 I
16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall. 2 I
17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul. 6 I
18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. 11 I
19 A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. 1 I
20 Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him. 2 I
21 He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
22 An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.
23 A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. 7 I
24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.
25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. 16 I
26 Many seek the ruler’s favour; but every man’s judgment cometh from the Lord. 7 I
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked. 4 I