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Passage Lookup: Proverbs 29
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Proverbs 29:1
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One who becomes stiff-necked, after many reprimands will be shattered instantly— beyond recovery.(a)
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Proverbs 29:2
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When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, people groan.(b)
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Proverbs 29:3
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A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,(c) but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.(d)
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Proverbs 29:4
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By justice a king brings stability to a land,(e) but a man who demands "contributions"[a] demolishes it.(f)
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Proverbs 29:5
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A man who flatters[b] his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.(g)
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Proverbs 29:6
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An evil man is caught by sin,(h) but the righteous one sings and rejoices.(i)
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Proverbs 29:7
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The righteous person knows the rights[c] of the poor,(j) but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.
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Proverbs 29:8
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Mockers inflame a city,(k) but the wise turn away anger.
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Proverbs 29:9
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If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.[d](l)
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Proverbs 29:10
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Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,(m) but the upright care about him.[e]
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Proverbs 29:11
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A fool gives full vent to his anger,[f](n) but a wise man holds it in check.(o)
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Proverbs 29:12
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If a ruler listens to lies,(p) all his officials will be wicked.
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Proverbs 29:13
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The poor and the oppressor have this in common:[g] the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.(q)
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Proverbs 29:14
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A king who judges the poor with fairness— his throne will be established forever.(r)
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Proverbs 29:15
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A rod of correction imparts wisdom,(s) but a youth left to himself[h] is a disgrace to his mother.(t)
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Proverbs 29:16
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When the wicked increase, rebellion increases, but the righteous will see their downfall.(u)
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Proverbs 29:17
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Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind(v) and give you delight.
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Proverbs 29:18
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Without revelation[i](w) people run wild,(x) but one who listens to instruction will be happy.(y)
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Proverbs 29:19
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A slave cannot be disciplined by words; though he understands, he doesn't respond.(z)
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Proverbs 29:20
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Do you see a man who speaks too soon?(aa) There is more hope for a fool than for him.(ab)
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Proverbs 29:21
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A slave pampered from his youth will become arrogant[j] later on.
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Proverbs 29:22
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An angry man stirs up conflict, and a hot-tempered man[k] increases rebellion.(ac)
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Proverbs 29:23
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A person's pride will humble him,(ad) but a humble spirit will gain honor.(ae)
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Proverbs 29:24
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To be a thief's partner is to hate oneself; he hears the curse but will not testify.[l](af)
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Proverbs 29:25
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The fear of man is a snare,(ag) but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.[m](ah)
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Proverbs 29:26
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Many seek a ruler's favor,(ai) but a man receives justice from the Lord .(aj)
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Proverbs 29:27
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An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.(ak)
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