Proverbs 29

VIN(i) 1 He that is stiff necked and will not be reformed, shall suddenly be destroyed without any help. 2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan. 3 Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 4 By justice a king gives stability to a land, but a man of bribes will ruin it. 5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. 6 An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad. 7 The righteous care about justice for the poor; the wicked aren't concerned about knowledge. 8 Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger. 9 If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace. 10 The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright. 11 A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control. 12 If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked. 13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both. 14 If a king judges the poor in truth, His throne shall be established for the future." 15 The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother. 16 When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. 17 Discipline your son and he will give you rest, yes, he will give delight to your soul. 18 Where there is no vision the people cast off restraint; but happy is he that keepeth the law. 19 A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond. 20 Do you see a man who speaks hastily? There is more hope for a fool than for him. 21 He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end. 22 An angry man stirs up arguments, and a hot-tempered man causes many transgressions. 23 A man's pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor. 24 The accomplice of a thief is hating his own soul; He hears the imprecation yet does not tell. 25 The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe. 26 Many are seeking the face of the ruler, and from the LORD a man's judgment 27 A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.