Proverbs 29 | BSB Bible Study

Proverbs 29:1 (BSB)
A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.

Proverbs 29:2 (BSB)
When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

Proverbs 29:3 (BSB)
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

Proverbs 29:4 (BSB)
By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.

Proverbs 29:5 (BSB)
A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

Proverbs 29:6 (BSB)
An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.

Proverbs 29:7 (BSB)
The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.

Proverbs 29:8 (BSB)
Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.

Proverbs 29:9 (BSB)
If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.

Proverbs 29:10 (BSB)
Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.

Proverbs 29:11 (BSB)
A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.

Proverbs 29:12 (BSB)
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

Proverbs 29:13 (BSB)
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

Proverbs 29:14 (BSB)
A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.

Proverbs 29:15 (BSB)
A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.

Proverbs 29:16 (BSB)
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

Proverbs 29:17 (BSB)
Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.

Proverbs 29:18 (BSB)
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.

Proverbs 29:19 (BSB)
A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.

Proverbs 29:20 (BSB)
Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

Proverbs 29:21 (BSB)
A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.

Proverbs 29:22 (BSB)
An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.

Proverbs 29:23 (BSB)
A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.

Proverbs 29:24 (BSB)
A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify.

Proverbs 29:25 (BSB)
The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.

Proverbs 29:26 (BSB)
Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.

Proverbs 29:27 (BSB)
An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.

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