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Proverbs - ch 29 v 1 - 20
- He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
- When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
- Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth `his' substance.
- The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
- A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.
- In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
- The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know `it'.
- Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.
- If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
- The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
- A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.
- If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
- The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.
- The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
- The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
- When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
- Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.
- Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
- A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.
- Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
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