Proverbs 29:1-27 NASB

Proverbs 29:1-27 NASB [1] A person often rebuked who becomes obstinate Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy. [2] When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked person rules, people groan. [3] A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who involves himself with prostitutes wastes his wealth. [4] The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a person who takes bribes ruins it. [5] A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps. [6] By wrongdoing an evil person is ensnared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. [7] The righteous is concerned for the rights of the poor; The wicked does not understand such concern. [8] Arrogant people inflame a city, But wise people turn away anger. [9] When a wise person has a controversy with a foolish person, The foolish person either rages or laughs, and there is no rest. [10] People of bloodshed hate the blameless person, But the upright are concerned for his life. [11] A fool always loses his temper, But a wise person holds it back. [12] If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers become wicked. [13] The poor person and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives light to the eyes of both. [14] If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. [15] The rod and a rebuke give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother. [16] When the wicked increase, wrongdoing increases; But the righteous will see their downfall. [17] Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul. [18] Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is one who keeps the Law. [19] A slave will not be instructed by words alone; For though he understands, there will be no response. [20] Do you see a person who is hasty with his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. [21] One who pampers his slave from childhood Will in the end find him to be rebellious. [22] An angry person stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered person abounds in wrongdoing. [23] A person’s pride will bring him low, But a humble spirit will obtain honor. [24] One who is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the oath but tells nothing. [25] The fear of man brings a snare, But one who trusts in the Lord will be protected. [26] Many seek the ruler’s favor, But justice for mankind comes from the Lord. [27] An unjust person is an abomination to the righteous, And one who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.

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