Proverbs 29 — MSB

29Verse 1A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.^{Verse 2}When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.^{Verse 3}A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.^{Verse 4}By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.^{Verse 5}A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.^{Verse 6}An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.^{Verse 7}The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.^{Verse 8}Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.^{Verse 9}If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.^{Verse 10}Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.^{Verse 11}A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.^{Verse 12}If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.^{Verse 13}The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.^{Verse 14}A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.^{Verse 15}A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.^{Verse 16}When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.^{Verse 17}Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.^{Verse 18}Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.^{Verse 19}A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.^{Verse 20}Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.^{Verse 21}A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.^{Verse 22}An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.^{Verse 23}A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.^{Verse 24}A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath but does not testify.^{Verse 25}The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.^{Verse 26}Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.^{Verse 27}An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.