Proverbs 29 - Authorized (King James) Version (AKJV)

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

2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice:
but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.

3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father:
but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.

4 The king by judgment establisheth the land:
but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.

5 A man that flattereth his neighbour
spreadeth a net for his feet.

6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare:
but the righteous doth sing and rejoice.

7 The righteous considereth the cause of the poor:
but the wicked regardeth not to know it.

8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare:
but wise men turn away wrath.

9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man,
whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

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

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

12 If a ruler hearken to lies,
all his servants are wicked.

13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together:
the Lord lighteneth both their eyes.

14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor,
his throne shall be established for ever.

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom:
but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

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

17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest;
yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

18 Where there is no vision, the people perish:
but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

19 A servant will not be corrected by words:
for though he understand he will not answer.

20 Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words?
there is more hope of a fool than of him.

21 He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child
shall have him become his son at the length.

22 An angry man stirreth up strife,
and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.

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

24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul:
he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.

25 The fear of man bringeth a snare:
but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe.

26 Many seek the ruler’s favour;
but every man’s judgment cometh from the Lord.

27 An unjust man is an abomination to the just:
and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.

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29 A man often reproved, hardening the neck, Is suddenly broken, and there is no healing. 2 In the multiplying of the righteous the people rejoice, And in the ruling of the wicked the people sigh. 3 A man loving wisdom rejoiceth his father, And a friend of harlots destroyeth wealth. 4 A king by judg...
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Proverbs 29 - World English Bible (WEB)

29 He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.3 Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.4 The king by j...
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Proverbs 29 - Tree of Life Version (TLV)

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Proverbs 29 - Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE)

29 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but one who keeps company with harlots squanders his substance...
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Proverbs 29 - Revised Standard Version (RSV)

29 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but one who keeps company with harlots squanders his substance...
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29 One who is often reproved, yet remains stubborn, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.(A)2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.(B)3 A child who loves wisdom makes a parent glad, but a companion of prostitutes destroys wealth.(C)4 B...
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Proverbs 29 - New Living Translation (NLT)

29 Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery. 2 When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice. But when the wicked are in power, they groan. 3 The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth ...
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29 A man who does not listen after many strong words are spoken to him will be destroyed all at once and without help. 2 When those who are right with God rule, the people are glad, but when a sinful man rules, the people have sorrow. 3 A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but he who goes w...
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Proverbs 29 - New King James Version (NKJV)

Happy Is He Who Keeps the Law29 He(A) who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck,Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 2 When the righteous [a]are in authority, the (B)people rejoice;But when a wicked man rules, (C)the people groan. 3 Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice,But ...
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29 Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed – without remedy. 2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan. 3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 4 By justic...
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Proverbs 29 - New English Translation (NET)

29 The one who stiffens his neck[a] after numerous rebukes[b]will suddenly be destroyed[c] without remedy.[d]2 When the righteous become numerous,[e] the people rejoice;when the wicked rule, the people groan.[f]3 The man[g] who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,[h]but whoever associates[i] with ...
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