Prov 29
1
He who being often reproved hardens his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that
without remedy.
2
When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man bears
rule, the people sigh.
3
Whoso loves wisdom rejoices his father; But he who keeps company with harlots wastes
[his] substance.
4
The king by justice establishes the land; But he who exacts gifts overthrows it.
5
A man that flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his steps.
6
In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous does sing
and rejoice.
7
The righteous takes knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked has not understanding
to know [it].
8
Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away anger.
9
If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh,
there will be no rest.
10
The bloodthirsty hate him whom is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
11
A fool utters all his anger; But a wise man keeps it back and stills it.
12
If a ruler hearkens to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
13
The poor man and the oppressor meet together; YHWH lightens the eyes of them both.
14
The king that faithfully judges the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
15
The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
16
When the wicked are increased, transgression increases; But the righteous shall look
upon their fall.
17
Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yea, he will give delight to your soul.
18
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he who keeps the law,
happy is he.
19
A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give
heed.
20
See you a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
21
He who delicately brings up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at
the last.
22
An angry man stirs up strife, And a wrathful man abounds in transgression.
23
A man`s pride shall bring him low; But he who is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor.
24
Whoso is partner with a thief hates his own soul; He hears the adjuration and utters
nothing.
25
The fear of man brings a snare; But whoso puts his trust in YHWH shall be safe.
26
Many seek the ruler`s favor; But a man`s judgment [comes] from YHWH.
27
An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous; And he who is upright in the way
is an abomination to the wicked.