Read Proverbs 29

World English Bible · 27 verses

1. ¹ He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
2. ² When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
3. ³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
4. ⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
5. ⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
6. ⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
7. ⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
8. ⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
9. ⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
10. ¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
11. ¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
12. ¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
13. ¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
14. ¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
15. ¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
16. ¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
17. ¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
18. ¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
19. ¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
20. ²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
21. ²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
22. ²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
23. ²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
24. ²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
25. ²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
26. ²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
27. ²⁷ A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.

Scripture: World English Bible, public domain, eBible.org