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Proverbs 29 :: Christian Standard Bible (CSB)

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Pro 29:1 -

One who becomes stiff-necked,

after many reprimands

will be shattered instantly —

beyond recovery.

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Pro 29:2 -

When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice,

but when the wicked rule, people groan.

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Pro 29:3 -

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,

but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.

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By justice a king brings stability to a land,

but a person who demands “contributions”[fn]

demolishes it.

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Pro 29:5 -

A person who flatters[fn] his neighbor

spreads a net for his feet.

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Pro 29:6 -

An evil person is caught by sin,

but the righteous one sings and rejoices.

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Pro 29:7 -

The righteous person knows the rights[fn] of the poor,

but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

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Pro 29:8 -

Mockers inflame a city,

but the wise turn away anger.

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Pro 29:9 -

If a wise person goes to court with a fool,

there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.[fn]

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Pro 29:10 -

Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,

but the upright care about him.[fn]

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Pro 29:11 -

A fool gives full vent to his anger,[fn]

but a wise person holds it in check.

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Pro 29:12 -

If a ruler listens to lies,

all his officials will be wicked.

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Pro 29:13 -

The poor and the oppressor have this in common:[fn]

the LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

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Pro 29:14 -

A king who judges the poor with fairness —

his throne will be established forever.

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Pro 29:15 -

A rod of correction imparts wisdom,

but a youth left to himself[fn]

is a disgrace to his mother.

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Pro 29:16 -

When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,

but the righteous will see their downfall.

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Pro 29:17 -

Discipline your child, and it will bring you peace of mind

and give you delight.

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Pro 29:18 -

Without revelation[fn] people run wild,

but one who follows divine instruction will be happy.

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Pro 29:19 -

A servant cannot be disciplined by words;

though he understands, he doesn’t respond.

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Pro 29:20 -

Do you see someone who speaks too soon?

There is more hope for a fool than for him.

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Pro 29:21 -

A servant pampered from his youth

will become arrogant[fn] later on.

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Pro 29:22 -

An angry person stirs up conflict,

and a hot-tempered one[fn] increases rebellion.

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Pro 29:23 -

A person’s pride will humble him,

but a humble spirit will gain honor.

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Pro 29:24 -

To be a thief’s partner is to hate oneself;

he hears the curse but will not testify.

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Pro 29:25 -

The fear of mankind is a snare,

but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected.[fn]

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Pro 29:26 -

Many desire a ruler’s favor,

but a person receives justice from the LORD.

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An unjust person is detestable to the righteous,

and one whose way is upright

is detestable to the wicked.

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CSB Footnotes

(29:4)

The Hb word for contributions usually refers to offerings in worship.

Lit is smooth on

Lit justice

Lit rest

Or person, and seek the life of the upright

(29:11)

Lit spirit

(29:13)

Lit oppressor meet

(29:15)

Lit youth sent away

(29:18)

Lit vision

(29:21)

Hb obscure

(29:22)

Lit a master of rage

(29:25)

Lit raised high

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