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Proverbs 29 - King James 2000

1. He, that being often reproved hardens his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.


3. Whosoever loves wisdom rejoices his father: but he that keeps company with harlots wastes his substance.

4. The king by justice establishes the land: but he that receives bribes overthrows it.

5. A man that flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.


7. The righteous considers the cause of the poor: but the wicked regards not such knowledge.


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

10. The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his good.

11. A fool utters all his mind: but a wise man keeps it in till afterwards.


13. The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lightens both their eyes.

14. The king that faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.


16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases: but the righteous shall see their fall.




20. See you a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope for a fool than for him.

21. He that carefully brings up his servant from a child shall have him become his son in the end.

22. An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression.

23. A man's pride shall bring him low: but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit.

24. Whosoever is partner with a thief hates his own soul: he hears cursing, and reveals it not.

25. The fear of man brings a snare: but whosoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

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


King James 2000

Dr. Robert A. Couric, ThD, Editor, May 1999﻿: