Proverbs 29
Proverbs on discipline, justice, and self-control. A person who remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed. Where there is no vision, the people perish. The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.
ProverbsChapter 29 of 3127 versesBerean Standard Bible
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A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.
When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.
A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.
The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.
Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.
If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.
Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.
A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.
A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.
A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.
Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.
An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.
A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.
A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath but does not testify.
The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.
Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.
An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.
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How to Hear God’s Voice: A Practical Guide for BelieversScripture is the record of a God who speaks. This guide covers how to hear Him today and keep what He says.Cross-references for Proverbs 29
“But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.”
“For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.”
“For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.””
“It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.”
“I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more.”
Cross-references from OpenBible.info, licensed CC BY.
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