1 He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. ASV — Proverbs 29:1
2 When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh. ASV — Proverbs 29:2
3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth [his] substance. ASV — Proverbs 29:3
4 The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it. ASV — Proverbs 29:4
5 A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps. ASV — Proverbs 29:5
6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice. ASV — Proverbs 29:6
7 The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know [it]. ASV — Proverbs 29:7
8 Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath. ASV — Proverbs 29:8
9 If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest. ASV — Proverbs 29:9
10 The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life. ASV — Proverbs 29:10
11 A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it. ASV — Proverbs 29:11
12 If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked. ASV — Proverbs 29:12
13 The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both. ASV — Proverbs 29:13
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever. ASV — Proverbs 29:14
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother. ASV — Proverbs 29:15
16 When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall. ASV — Proverbs 29:16
17 Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul. ASV — Proverbs 29:17
18 Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he. ASV — Proverbs 29:18
19 A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed. ASV — Proverbs 29:19
20 Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him. ASV — Proverbs 29:20
21 He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at the last. ASV — Proverbs 29:21
22 An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression. ASV — Proverbs 29:22
23 A man`s pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor. ASV — Proverbs 29:23
24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing. ASV — Proverbs 29:24
25 The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe. ASV — Proverbs 29:25
26 Many seek the ruler`s favor; But a man`s judgment [cometh] from Jehovah. ASV — Proverbs 29:26
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous; And he that is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. ASV — Proverbs 29:27