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