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The Judgment of Solomon, Gustave Doré, 1866. Public domain.

Proverbschapter 29

27 verses · Solomon and others · 10th to 5th century BC · Wisdom and poetry

The Judgment of Solomon, Gustave Doré, 1866. Public domain.

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A.He That Hardeneth His Neck Shall Suddenly Be Brokenvv. 1-14

A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.

When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.

A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.

The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.

Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.

If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.

Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.

A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.

If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.

B.Where There Is No Vision, the People Cast Off Restraintvv. 15-27

A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.

When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.

Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.

A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.

Do you see a man who speaks in haste?There is more hope for a fool than for him.

A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.

An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.

A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.

A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify.

The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.

Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.

An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.

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