Proverbs
| Proverbs 28:5 |
Evil men understand not justice; But they that seek Jehovah understand all things. |
| Proverbs 28:6 |
Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, Than he that is perverse in [his] ways, though he be rich. |
| Proverbs 28:7 |
Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father. |
| Proverbs 28:8 |
He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, Gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor. |
| Proverbs 28:9 |
He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. |
| Proverbs 28:10 |
Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, He shall fall himself into his own pit; But the perfect shall inherit good. |
| Proverbs 28:11 |
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. |
| Proverbs 28:12 |
When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. |
| Proverbs 28:13 |
He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper: But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy. |
| Proverbs 28:14 |
Happy is the man that feareth alway; But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief. |
| Proverbs 28:15 |
[ As] a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, [So is] a wicked ruler over a poor people. |
| Proverbs 28:16 |
The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; [But] he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. |
| Proverbs 28:17 |
A man that is laden with the blood of any person Shall flee unto the pit; Let no man stay him. |
| Proverbs 28:18 |
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered; But he that is perverse in [his] ways shall fall at once. |
| Proverbs 28:19 |
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain [persons] shall have poverty enough. |
| Proverbs 28:20 |
A faithful man shall abound with blessings; But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished. |
| Proverbs 28:21 |
To have respect of persons is not good; Neither that a man should transgress for a piece of bread. |
| Proverbs 28:22 |
he that hath an evil eye hasteth after riches, And knoweth not that want shall come upon him. |
| Proverbs 28:23 |
He that rebuketh a man shall afterward find more favor Than he that flattereth with the tongue. |
| Proverbs 28:24 |
Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression, The same is the companion of a destroyer. |
| Proverbs 28:25 |
He that is of a greedy spirit stirreth up strife; But he that putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be made fat. |
| Proverbs 28:26 |
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool; But whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. |
| Proverbs 28:27 |
He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack; But he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. |
| Proverbs 28:28 |
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; But when they perish, the righteous increase. |
| Proverbs 29:1 |
He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. |
| Proverbs 29:2 |
When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh. |
| Proverbs 29:3 |
Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth [his] substance. |
| Proverbs 29:4 |
The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it. |
| Proverbs 29:5 |
A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps. |
| Proverbs 29:6 |
In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice. |
| Proverbs 29:7 |
The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know [it] . |
| Proverbs 29:8 |
Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath. |
| Proverbs 29:9 |
If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest. |
| Proverbs 29:10 |
The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life. |
| Proverbs 29:11 |
A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it. |
| Proverbs 29:12 |
If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked. |
| Proverbs 29:13 |
The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both. |
| Proverbs 29:14 |
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever. |
| Proverbs 29:15 |
The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother. |
| Proverbs 29:16 |
When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall. |
| Proverbs 29:17 |
Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul. |
| Proverbs 29:18 |
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he. |
| Proverbs 29:19 |
A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed. |
| Proverbs 29:20 |
Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him. |
| Proverbs 29:21 |
He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at the last. |
| Proverbs 29:22 |
An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression. |
| Proverbs 29:23 |
A man's pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor. |
| Proverbs 29:24 |
Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing. |
| Proverbs 29:25 |
The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe. |
| Proverbs 29:26 |
Many seek the ruler's favor; But a man's judgment [cometh] from Jehovah. |
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