Proverbs 29
29
1 The man who, with a stiff neck, treats the one who corrects him with contempt will be suddenly overwhelmed to his own destruction, and reason shall not follow him.
2 When just men are multiplied, the common people shall rejoice. When the impious take up the leadership, the people shall mourn.
3 The man who loves wisdom rejoices his father. But whoever nurtures promiscuous women will lose his substance.
4 A just king guides the land. A man of avarice will destroy it.
5 A man who speaks to his friend with flattering and feigned words spreads a net for his own feet.
6 A snare will entangle the iniquitous when he sins. And the just shall praise and be glad.
7 The just knows the case of the poor. The impious is ignorant of knowledge.
8 Pestilent men squander a city. Yet truly, the wise avert fury.
9 A wise man, if he were to contend with the foolish, whether in anger or in laughter, would find no rest.
10 Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul.
11 A foolish one offers everything on his mind. A wise one reserves and defers until later.
12 A leader who freely listens to lying words has only impious servants.
13 The pauper and the creditor have met one another. The Lord is the illuminator of them both.
14 The king who judges the poor in truth, his throne shall be secured in eternity.
15 The rod and its correction distribute wisdom. But the child who is left to his own will brings shame to his mother.
16 When the impious are multiplied, crimes will be multiplied. But the just shall see their ruin.
17 Teach your son, and he will refresh you, and he will give delight to your soul.
18 When prophecy fails, the people will be scattered. Yet truly, whoever guards the law is blessed.
19 A servant cannot be taught by words, because he understands what you say, but he disdains to respond.
20 Have you seen a man rushing to speak? Foolishness has more hope than his correction.
21 Whoever nurtures his servant delicately from childhood, afterwards will find him defiant.
22 A short-tempered man provokes quarrels. And whoever is easily angered is more likely to sin.
23 Humiliation follows the arrogant. And glory shall uphold the humble in spirit.
24 Whoever participates with a thief hates his own soul; for he listens to his oath and does not denounce him.
25 Whoever fears man will quickly fall. Whoever hopes in the Lord shall be lifted up.
26 Many demand the face of the leader. But the judgment of each one proceeds from the Lord.
27 The just abhor an impious man. And the impious abhor those who are on the right way. By keeping the word, the son shall be free from perdition.
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Proverbs 29
29
1One who becomes stiff-necked,
after many reprimands
will be shattered instantly —
beyond recovery.#Pr 1:24–31; 6:14–15
2When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice,
but when the wicked rule, people groan.#Ex 2:23; Est 8:15; Pr 11:10; 28:12,28
3A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,#Pr 10:1; 15:20; 23:24–25; 27:11; 28:7
but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.#Pr 5:9–10; 6:26; Lk 15:13,30
4By justice a king brings stability to a land,#2Ch 9:8; Pr 29:14
but a person who demands “contributions”#29:4 The Hb word for contributions usually refers to offerings in worship.
demolishes it.#Pr 17:23
5A person who flatters his neighbor
spreads a net for his feet.#Pr 26:28; 27:6; 28:23
6An evil person is caught by sin,#Pr 12:13; 18:7; Ec 9:12
but the righteous one sings and rejoices.#Ex 15:1
7The righteous person knows the rights#29:7 Lit justice of the poor,#Jb 29:16; Ps 41:1
but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.
8Mockers inflame a city,#Pr 11:11; 26:21; 29:22
but the wise turn away anger.
9If a wise person goes to court with a fool,
there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.#29:9 Lit rest#Pr 26:4
10Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,#Gn 4:5–8; 1Jn 3:12
but the upright care about him.#29:10 Or person, and seek the life of the upright
11A fool gives full vent to his anger,#29:11 Lit spirit#Pr 12:16
but a wise person holds it in check.#Pr 16:32; 25:28
12If a ruler listens to lies,#1Kg 22:8,21–23
all his officials will be wicked.
13The poor and the oppressor have this in common:#29:13 Lit oppressor meet
the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.#Pr 22:2
14A king who judges the poor with fairness —
his throne will be established forever.#Ps 72:4; Pr 16:12; 25:5; Is 11:4
15A rod of correction imparts wisdom,#Pr 13:24; 22:15
but a youth left to himself#29:15 Lit youth sent away
is a disgrace to his mother.#Pr 10:1; 17:25
16When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,
but the righteous will see their downfall.#Ps 37:34,36; 58:10; 91:8; 92:11
17Discipline your child,#Pr 13:24 and it will bring you peace of mind
and give you delight.
18Without revelation#29:18 Lit vision#1Sm 3:1; Ps 74:9; Am 8:11–12 people run wild,#Ex 32:25
but one who follows divine instruction will be happy.#Ps 119:2; Pr 8:32; Jn 13:17; Jms 1:25
19A servant cannot be disciplined by words;
though he understands, he doesn’t respond.#Mt 18:17
20Do you see someone who speaks too soon?#Lv 5:4; Jdg 11:30–31,34; Pr 10:19; 17:27; 19:2; 20:25
There is more hope for a fool than for him.#Pr 26:12
21A servant pampered from his youth
will become arrogant#29:21 Hb obscure later on.
22An angry person stirs up conflict,
and a hot-tempered one#29:22 Lit a master of rage increases rebellion.#Pr 15:18; 26:21; 28:25
23A person’s pride will humble him,#2Sm 22:28; Mt 23:12; Jms 4:6
but a humble spirit will gain honor.#Pr 11:2; 15:33; 18:12; 22:4
24To be a thief’s partner is to hate oneself;
he hears the curse but will not testify.#Lv 5:1; Jos 7:19; Zch 5:3–4; Jn 9:24
25The fear of mankind is a snare,#Gn 12:12; 20:2; 1Sm 13:11; Lk 12:4; Jn 12:42–43
but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.#29:25 Lit raised high#Pr 14:27; 18:10
26Many desire a ruler’s favor,#Pr 16:15; 19:6
but a person receives justice from the Lord.#Is 49:4; 1Co 4:4–5
27An unjust person is detestable to the righteous,
and one whose way is upright
is detestable to the wicked.#Pr 29:10; Mt 10:22; Jn 15:18; 1Jn 3:13
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