Thematic Bible
Proverbs 29:1 (show verse)
The one who stiffens his neck after numerous rebukes will suddenly be destroyed without remedy.
Proverbs 29:2 (show verse)
When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Proverbs 29:3 (show verse)
The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but whoever associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.
Proverbs 29:4 (show verse)
A king brings stability to a land by justice, but one who exacts tribute tears it down.
Proverbs 29:5 (show verse)
The one who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his steps.
Proverbs 29:6 (show verse)
In the transgression of an evil person there is a snare, but a righteous person can sing and rejoice.
Proverbs 29:7 (show verse)
The righteous person cares for the legal rights of the poor; the wicked does not understand such knowledge.
Proverbs 29:8 (show verse)
Scornful people inflame a city, but those who are wise turn away wrath.
Proverbs 29:9 (show verse)
If a wise person goes to court with a foolish person, there is no peace whether he is angry or laughs.
Proverbs 29:10 (show verse)
Bloodthirsty people hate someone with integrity; as for the upright, they seek his life.
Proverbs 29:11 (show verse)
A fool lets fly with all his temper, but a wise person keeps it back.
Proverbs 29:12 (show verse)
If a ruler listens to lies, all his ministers will be wicked.
Proverbs 29:13 (show verse)
The poor person and the oppressor have this in common: the Lord gives light to the eyes of them both.
Proverbs 29:14 (show verse)
If a king judges the poor in truth, his throne will be established forever.
Proverbs 29:15 (show verse)
A rod and reproof impart wisdom, but a child who is unrestrained brings shame to his mother.
Proverbs 29:16 (show verse)
When the wicked increase, transgression increases, but the righteous will see their downfall.
Proverbs 29:17 (show verse)
Discipline your child, and he will give you rest; he will bring you happiness.
Proverbs 29:18 (show verse)
When there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but the one who keeps the law, blessed is he!
Proverbs 29:19 (show verse)
A servant cannot be corrected by words, for although he understands, there is no answer.
Proverbs 29:20 (show verse)
Do you see someone who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
Proverbs 29:21 (show verse)
If someone pampers his servant from youth, he will be a weakling in the end.
Proverbs 29:22 (show verse)
An angry person stirs up dissension, and a wrathful person is abounding in transgression.
Proverbs 29:23 (show verse)
A person's pride will bring him low, but one who has a lowly spirit will gain honor.
Proverbs 29:24 (show verse)
Whoever shares with a thief is his own enemy; he hears the oath to testify, but does not talk.
Proverbs 29:25 (show verse)
The fear of people becomes a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord will be set on high.
Proverbs 29:26 (show verse)
Many people seek the face of a ruler, but it is from the Lord that one receives justice.
Proverbs 29:27 (show verse)
An unjust person is an abomination to the righteous, and the one who lives an upright life is an abomination to the wicked.