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29:1  He who hardens his neck and refuses instruction after being often reproved (corrected, criticized), Will suddenly be broken beyond repair.
29:2  When the righteous are in authority and become great, the people rejoice; But when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh.
29:3  A man who loves [skillful and godly] wisdom makes his father joyful, But he who associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.
29:4  The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.
29:5  A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.
29:6  By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped, But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
29:7  The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor, But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge.
29:8  Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble], But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].
29:9  If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man, The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).
29:10  The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity], But the upright are concerned for his life.
29:11  A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
29:12  If a ruler pays attention to lies [and encourages corruption], All his officials will become wicked.
29:13  The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
29:14  If a king faithfully and truthfully judges the poor, His throne shall be established forever.
29:15  The rod and reproof (godly instruction) give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.
29:16  When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases, But the righteous will see the downfall of the wicked.
29:17  Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; Yes, he will delight your soul.
29:18  Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained; But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God].
29:19  A servant will not be corrected by words alone; For though he understands, he will not respond [nor pay attention].
29:20  Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]? There is more hope for a [thickheaded] fool than for him.
29:21  He who pampers his slave from childhood Will find him to be a son in the end.
29:22  An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered and undisciplined man commits many transgressions.
29:23  A man’s pride and sense of self-importance will bring him down, But he who has a humble spirit will obtain honor.
29:24  Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the curse [when swearing an oath to testify], but discloses nothing [and commits perjury by omission].
29:25  The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the Lord will be exalted and safe.
29:26  Many seek the ruler’s favor, But justice for man comes from the Lord.
29:27  An unjust man is repulsive to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way [of the Lord] is repulsive to the wicked.