Proverbs 29:1-27 AMPC

[1] He who, being often reproved, hardens his neck shall suddenly be destroyed-and that without remedy. [2] When the [uncompromisingly] righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh. [3] Whoever loves skillful and godly Wisdom rejoices his father, but he who associates with harlots wastes his substance. [4] The king by justice establishes the land, but he who exacts gifts and tribute overthrows it. [5] A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his own feet. [6] In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous man sings and rejoices. [7] The [consistently] righteous man knows and cares for the rights of the poor, but the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge. [8] Scoffers set a city afire [inflaming the minds of the people], but wise men turn away wrath. [9] If a wise man has an argument with a foolish man, the fool only rages or laughs, and there is no rest. [10] The bloodthirsty hate the blameless man, but the upright care for and seek [to save] his life. [11] A [self-confident] fool utters all his anger, but a wise man holds it back and stills it. [12] If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will become wicked. [13] The poor man and the oppressor meet together-the Lord gives light to the eyes of both. [14] The king who faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established continuously. [15] The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left undisciplined brings his mother to shame. [16] When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous shall see the fall of the wicked. [17] Correct your son, and he will give you rest; yes, he will give delight to your heart. [18] Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]-blessed (happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he. [19] A servant will not be corrected by words alone; for though he understands, he will not answer [the master who mistreats him]. [20] Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a [self-confident] fool than for him. [21] He who pampers his servant from childhood will have him expecting the rights of a son afterward. [22] A man of wrath stirs up strife, and a man given to anger commits and causes much transgression. [23] A man's pride will bring him low, but he who is of a humble spirit will obtain honor. [24] Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life; he falls under the curse [pronounced upon him who knows who the thief is] but discloses nothing. [25] The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever leans on, trusts in, and puts his confidence in the Lord is safe and set on high. [26] Many crave and seek the ruler's favor, but the wise man [waits] for justice from the Lord. [27] An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, and he who is upright in the way [of the Lord] is an abomination to the wicked.