Proverbs Chapter 29 (NASB)

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undefined A man who hardens [his] neck after much reproof Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy.

undefined When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan.

undefined A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who keeps company with harlots wastes [his] wealth.

undefined The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.

undefined A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps.

undefined By transgression an evil man is ensnared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.

undefined The righteous is concerned for the rights of the poor, The wicked does not understand [such] concern.

undefined Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.

undefined When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, The foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest.

undefined Men of bloodshed hate the blameless, But the upright are concerned for his life.

undefined A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

undefined If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers [become] wicked.

undefined The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

undefined If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever.

undefined The rod and reproof give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.

undefined When the wicked increase, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall.

undefined Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul.

undefined Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is he who keeps the law.

undefined A slave will not be instructed by words [alone]; For though he understands, there will be no response.

undefined Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

undefined He who pampers his slave from childhood Will in the end find him to be a son.

undefined An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.

undefined A man's pride will bring him low, But a humble spirit will obtain honor.

undefined He who is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the oath but tells nothing.

undefined The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.

undefined Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man [comes] from the LORD.

undefined An unjust man is abominable to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is abominable to the wicked.

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