Proverbs Chapter 29
1 A man who hardens his neck when reproved shall be suddenly broken, and there will be no healing.
2 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice. But when the wicked rule, the people mourn.
3 Whoever loves wisdom rejoices his father. But a companion of harlots wastes wealth.
4 The king establishes the land by judgment. But he taking bribes tears it down.
5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
6 In the sin of an evil man there is a snare. But the righteous sings and rejoices.
7 The righteous knows the plea of the poor. The wicked cares not to know it.
8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare, but the wise turn away wrath.
9 If a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rages or laughs, there is no rest.
10 Men of blood hate the upright. But the just seek his soul.
11 A fool speaks all his mind. But a wise one keeps it in until afterward.
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants are wicked.
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together. The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
14 A king who truly judges the weak, his throne shall be established forever.
15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom, but a boy sent off causes shame to his mother.
16 When the wicked are multiplied, sin increases. But the righteous shall see their fall.
17 Correct your son, and he will give you rest. Yes, he will give delight to your soul.
18 Where there is no vision, the people perish. But those who keep the law are blessed.
19 A servant will not be corrected by words, for though he understands, he will not answer.
20 Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
21 He pampering his servant from youth, that one in his latter days shall be his successor.
22 An angry man stirs up fighting, and a furious man abounds in sin.
23 A man's pride will bring him low. But honor will uphold the humble in spirit.
24 Those who share with a thief hate their own soul. They hear an oath and do not tell.
25 The fear of man brings a snare. But whoever puts their trust in the Lord will be safe.
26 Many seek the ruler's favor. But judgment comes from the Lord.
27 The unjust are hateful to the just. Those who are upright in the way are hated by the wicked.