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# Proverbs 29

[1](#verse-1) He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.

[2](#verse-2) When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

[3](#verse-3) Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

[4](#verse-4) The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

[5](#verse-5) A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

[6](#verse-6) An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

[7](#verse-7) The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

[8](#verse-8) Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

[9](#verse-9) If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

[10](#verse-10) The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

[11](#verse-11) A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

[12](#verse-12) If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

[13](#verse-13) The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.

[14](#verse-14) The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

[15](#verse-15) The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

[16](#verse-16) When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

[17](#verse-17) Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

[18](#verse-18) Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

[19](#verse-19) A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

[20](#verse-20) Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

[21](#verse-21) He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

[22](#verse-22) An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

[23](#verse-23) A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

[24](#verse-24) Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

[25](#verse-25) The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

[26](#verse-26) Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

[27](#verse-27) A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.

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