Thematic Bible




Proverbs 29:1 (show verse)

He who is often reprimanded and hardens his neck will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.

Proverbs 29:2 (show verse)

When the righteous increase the people rejoice. When the wicked rule the people mourn.

Proverbs 29:3 (show verse)

He who loves wisdom makes his father rejoice. But he who keeps company with fornicators wastes his wealth.

Proverbs 29:4 (show verse)

The king establishes the land by justice. He who receives gifts overthrows it.

Proverbs 29:5 (show verse)

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

Proverbs 29:6 (show verse)

In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare. But the righteous sings and rejoices.

Proverbs 29:7 (show verse)

The righteous considers the cause of the poor. The wicked do not get to know it.

Proverbs 29:8 (show verse)

Scornful men bring a city into a snare. Wise men turn away anger.

Proverbs 29:9 (show verse)

If a wise man disputes with a foolish man, whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no rest.

Proverbs 29:10 (show verse)

The bloodthirsty hate the upright. The righteous are concerned for his life.

Proverbs 29:11 (show verse)

A fool loses his temper. But a wise man holds it back.

Proverbs 29:12 (show verse)

If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants are wicked.

Proverbs 29:13 (show verse)

The poor and the deceitful have this in common: Jehovah lightens their eyes.

Proverbs 29:14 (show verse)

The king who faithfully judges the poor will have his throne established forever.

Proverbs 29:15 (show verse)

The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.

Proverbs 29:16 (show verse)

When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases. But the righteous will see their fall.

Proverbs 29:17 (show verse)

Correct your son, and he will give you rest. Yes, he will give you delight.

Proverbs 29:18 (show verse)

Where there is no vision the people perish. The one who obeys the law is happy.

Proverbs 29:19 (show verse)

A servant will not be corrected by words alone. Even though he understands he will not respond.

Proverbs 29:20 (show verse)

See a man quick to talk? There is more hope for a fool then for him.

Proverbs 29:21 (show verse)

The man who (carefully) brings up (pays close attention to) (nourishes) his servant from childhood will in the future have him become like his son.

Proverbs 29:22 (show verse)

An angry man stirs up dissension. A furious man abounds in sin.

Proverbs 29:23 (show verse)

A man's pride will bring him low. The humble in spirit retain honor.

Proverbs 29:24 (show verse)

The partner of a thief hates his life. He hears the oath but tells nothing.

Proverbs 29:25 (show verse)

Fear of man brings a snare (trap). He who trusts in Jehovah will be safe.

Proverbs 29:26 (show verse)

Many seek favor from the ruler; but every man's judgment comes from Jehovah.

Proverbs 29:27 (show verse)

An unjust man is an abomination (disgusting) to the righteous. He who is upright in the way is an abomination (detestable) to the wicked.