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1. He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. | |
2. When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. | |
3. Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth. | |
4. The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it. | |
5. A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet. | |
6. By transgress ion an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. | |
7. The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge. | |
8. Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away wrath. | |
9. If a wise man contends with a foolish man, Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace. | |
10. The bloodthirsty hate the blameless , But the upright seek his well-being. | |
11. A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. | |
12. If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked. | |
13. The poor man and the oppress or have this in common The Lord gives light to the eyes of both. | |
14. The king who judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. | |
15. The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. | |
16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgress ion increases; But the righteous will see their fall. | |
17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul. | |
18. Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. | |
19. A servant will not be corrected by mere words; For though he understands, he will not respond. | |
20. Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. | |
21. He who pampers his servant from childhood Will have him as a son in the end. | |
22. An angry man stirs up strife, And a furious man abounds in transgress ion. | |
23. A man's pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor. | |
24. Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing. | |
25. The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe. | |
26. Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the Lord. | |
27. An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. |
Verse | |
1. He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. | |
2. When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. | |
3. Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth. | |
4. The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it. | |
5. A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet. | |
6. By transgress ion an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. | |
7. The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge. | |
8. Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away wrath. | |
9. If a wise man contends with a foolish man, Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace. | |
10. The bloodthirsty hate the blameless , But the upright seek his well-being. | |
11. A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. | |
12. If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked. | |
13. The poor man and the oppress or have this in common The Lord gives light to the eyes of both. | |
14. The king who judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. | |
15. The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. | |
16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgress ion increases; But the righteous will see their fall. | |
17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul. | |
18. Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. | |
19. A servant will not be corrected by mere words; For though he understands, he will not respond. | |
20. Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. | |
21. He who pampers his servant from childhood Will have him as a son in the end. | |
22. An angry man stirs up strife, And a furious man abounds in transgress ion. | |
23. A man's pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor. | |
24. Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing. | |
25. The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe. | |
26. Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the Lord. | |
27. An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. |