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.