Proverbs 28:1-24 in English

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A needy man that oppresseth the poor Is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked; But such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not justice; But they that seek Jehovah understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, Than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, Gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

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.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway; But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, So is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that is laden with the blood of any person Shall flee unto the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered; But he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings; But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good; Neither that a man should transgress for a piece of bread.

²² He that hath an evil eye hasteth after riches, And knoweth not that want shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man shall afterward find more favor Than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression, The same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The ungodly man flees when no one pursues: but the righteous is confident as a lion.

² By reason of the sins of ungodly men quarrels arise; but a wise man will quell them.

³ A bold man oppresses the poor by ungodly deeds. As an impetuous and unprofitable rain,

⁴ so they that forsake the law praise ungodliness; but they that love the law fortify themselves with a wall.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressors also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who religiously fears always: but the hard of heart shall fall into mischiefs.

¹⁵ A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, who, being poor, rules over a poor nation.

¹⁶ A king in need of revenues is a great oppressor: but he that hates injustice shall live a long time.

¹⁷ He that becomes surety for a man charged with murder shall be an exile, and not in safety.

^17a Chasten thy son, and he shall love thee, and give honour to thy soul: he shall not obey a sinful nation.

¹⁸ He that walks justly is assisted: but he that walks in crooked ways shall be entangled therein.

¹⁹ He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that follows idleness shall have plenty of poverty.

²⁰ A man worthy of credit shall be much blessed: but the wicked shall not be unpunished.

²¹ He that reverences not the persons of the just is not good: such a one will sell a man for a morsel of bread.

²² An envious man makes haste to be rich, and knows not that the merciful man will have the mastery over him.

²³ He that reproves a man's ways shall have more favour than he that flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ He that casts off father or mother, and thinks he sins not; the same is partaker with an ungodly man.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

²² He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

²² He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The ungodly man flees when no one pursues: but the righteous is confident as a lion.

² By reason of the sins of ungodly men quarrels arise; but a wise man will quell them.

³ A bold man oppresses the poor by ungodly deeds. As an impetuous and profitable rain,

⁴ so they that forsake the law praise ungodliness; but they that love the law fortify themselves with a wall.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonors his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressor also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who religiously fears always: but the hard of heart shall fall into mischiefs.

¹⁵ A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, who, being poor, rules over a poor nation.

¹⁶ A king in need of revenues is a great oppressor: but he that hates injustice shall live a long time.

¹⁷ He that becomes surety for a man charged with murder shall be an exile, and not in safety. Chasten your son, and he shall love you, and give honor to your soul: he shall not obey a sinful nation.

¹⁸ He that walks justly is assisted: but he that walks in crooked ways shall be entangled therein.

¹⁹ He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that follows idleness shall have plenty of poverty.

²⁰ A man worthy of credit shall be much blessed: but the wicked shall not be unpunished.

²¹ He that reverences not the persons of the just is not good: such a one will sell a man for a morsel of bread.

²² An envious man makes haste to be rich, and knows not that the merciful man will have the mastery over him.

²³ He that reproves a man's ways shall have more favor than he that flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ He that casts off father or mother, and thinks he sins not; the same is partaker with an ungodly man.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A needy man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by usury and increase, gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

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.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that is laden with the blood of any person shall flee unto the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good: neither that a man should transgress for a piece of bread.

²² He that hath an evil eye hasteth after riches, and knoweth not that want shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man shall afterward find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ Wicked people run away even when no one is pursuing them, but righteous/good people are not afraid; they are as brave as lions.

² When the people of a nation sin, they will have one ruler after another; but when their leaders are wise and have good sense, their government will last for a long time.

³ A poor person who oppresses other poor people is like MET a very heavy/hard rain that destroys the crops, with the result that there is no food for people to eat.

⁴ Those who reject/disobey God's laws always speak well of wicked people; but those who obey God's laws always oppose what wicked people do.

⁵ Evil people do not understand what it means to act justly, but those who try to obey/worship Yahweh understand that very well.

⁶ It is better to be honest even though you are poor than to be dishonest even though you are rich.

⁷ Young people who obey the laws are wise IDM; parents whose children associate with those who ◄carouse/go to wild parties► are humiliated/disgraced because of what their children do.

⁸ When people become very rich by charging very high interest DOU, their money will eventually go to someone who does kind things for the poor.

⁹ If people do not obey MTY God's laws, God ◄detests their prayers/considers that their prayers stink►.

¹⁰ Those who cause honest/good people to do what is evil will fall into their own pits/traps, but good things will happen to those who ◄are innocent/have not done what is wrong►.

¹¹ Many rich people think that they are wise, but poor people who have good sense will find out whether rich people really are wise or not.

¹² When righteous/good people ◄succeed/win elections►, everyone ◄celebrates/is happy►; but when wicked people win, everyone hides because they are afraid of what the wicked people will do.

¹³ Those who refuse to confess/admit their sins will not prosper, but God acts mercifully/kindly toward those who confess their sins and turn away from their sinful behavior.

¹⁴ God is pleased with those who always revere him, but those who are stubborn IDM will experience disasters.

¹⁵ Wicked people who mistreat poor people whom they rule are as dangerous to them as SIM a lion roaring at them or a bear springing up to attack them.

¹⁶ Rulers who do not have good sense cruelly oppress the people they rule, but rulers who do not want to become rich by cheating/deceiving people will live (OR, rule) for a long time.

¹⁷ Those who are guilty of murdering MTY another person will ◄be fugitives/keep running away► until they die; do not help them to escape.

¹⁸ Those who continually do what is right will be safe/protected, but those who are dishonest will suddenly be ruined.

¹⁹ Farmers who work hard in their fields will produce good crops and always have plenty of food to eat, but those who spend all their time ◄on useless projects/doing things that do not benefit anyone► will become very poor.

²⁰ God will greatly bless those who ◄are trustworthy/always do what they say that they will do►, but he will certainly punish LIT those who try to become rich quickly.

²¹ It is not good for judges to decide matters unfairly/unjustly, but some people will do what is wrong even if they receive only a very small bribe HYP for doing it.

²² Selfish people IDM are very eager to become rich quickly; they do not realize that they will soon become poor.

²³ Those who rebuke someone will be appreciated/thanked more than those who say nice things to others merely to ◄flatter them/cause them to feel good►.

²⁴ Anyone who steals things from his father or his mother and says “That is not sinful” is as bad as a bandit.

¹ The ungodly man flees when no one pursues: but the righteous is confident as a lion.

² By reason of the sins of ungodly men quarrels arise; but a wise man will quell them.

³ A bold man oppresses the poor by ungodly deeds. As an impetuous and profitable rain,

⁴ so they that forsake the law praise ungodliness; but they that love the law fortify themselves with a wall.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgement: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressor also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who religiously fears always: but the hard of heart shall fall into mischiefs.

¹⁵ A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, who, being poor, rules over a poor nation.

¹⁶ A king in need of revenues is a great oppressor: but he that hates injustice shall live a long time.

¹⁷ He that becomes surety for a man charged with murder shall be an exile, and not in safety. Chasten your son, and he shall love you, and give honour to your soul: he shall not obey a sinful nation.

¹⁸ He that walks justly is assisted: but he that walks in crooked ways shall be entangled therein.

¹⁹ He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that follows idleness shall have plenty of poverty.

²⁰ A man worthy of credit shall be much blessed: but the wicked shall not be unpunished.

²¹ He that reverences not the persons of the just is not good: such a one will sell a man for a morsel of bread.

²² An envious man makes haste to be rich, and knows not that the merciful man will have the mastery over him.

²³ He that reproves a man's ways shall have more favour than he that flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ He that casts off father or mother, and thinks he sins not; the same is partaker with an ungodly man.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgement. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favour than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The evil man goes running away when no man is after him, but the upright are without fear, like the lion.

² Because of the sin of the land, its troubles are increased; but by a man of wisdom and knowledge they will be put out like a fire.

³ A man of wealth who is cruel to the poor is like a violent rain causing destruction of food.

⁴ Those who have no respect for the law give praise to the evil-doer; but such as keep the law are against him.

⁵ Evil men have no knowledge of what is right; but those who go after the Lord have knowledge of all things.

⁶ Better is the poor man whose ways are upright, than the man of wealth whose ways are not straight.

⁷ He who keeps the law is a wise son, but he who keeps company with feasters puts shame on his father.

⁸ He who makes his wealth greater by taking interest, only gets it together for him who has pity on the poor.

⁹ As for the man whose ear is turned away from hearing the law, even his prayer is disgusting.

¹⁰ Anyone causing the upright to go wandering in an evil way, will himself go down into the hole he has made; but the upright will have good things for their heritage.

¹¹ The man of wealth seems to himself to be wise, but the poor man who has sense has a low opinion of him.

¹² When the upright do well, there is great glory; but when evil-doers are lifted up, men do not let themselves be seen.

¹³ He who keeps his sins secret will not do well; but one who is open about them, and gives them up, will get mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man in whom is the fear of the Lord at all times; but he whose heart is hard will come into trouble.

¹⁵ Like a loud-voiced lion and a wandering bear, is an evil ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ The prince who has no sense is a cruel ruler; but he who has no desire to get profit for himself will have long life.

¹⁷ One who has been the cause of a man's death will go in flight to the underworld: let no man give him help.

¹⁸ He whose ways are upright will be safe, but sudden will be the fall of him whose ways are twisted.

¹⁹ By ploughing his land a man will have bread in full measure; but he who goes after good-for-nothing persons will be poor enough.

²⁰ A man of good faith will have great blessing, but one attempting to get wealth quickly will not go free from punishment.

²¹ It is not good to have respect for a man's position: for a man will do wrong for a bit of bread.

²² He who is ever desiring wealth goes running after money, and does not see that need will come on him.

²³ He who says words of protest to a man will later have more approval than one who says smooth words with his tongue.

²⁴ He who takes from his father or his mother what is theirs by right, and says, It is no sin; is the same as a taker of life.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are bold as a lion.

² By the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding and of knowledge, its stability is prolonged.

³ A poor man who oppresseth the helpless is a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked; but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment; but they that seek Jehovah understand everything.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse, double in ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso observeth the law is a son that hath understanding; but he that is a companion of profligates bringeth shame to his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance gathereth it for him that is gracious to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, shall himself fall into his own pit; but the perfect shall inherit good.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men conceal themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth always; but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into evil.

¹⁵ A roaring lion, and a ranging bear, is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ The prince void of intelligence is also a great oppressor: he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man laden with the blood of any person, fleeth to the pit: let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh in integrity shall be saved; but he that is perverted in his double ways, shall fall in one of them.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread; but he that followeth the worthless shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man aboundeth with blessings; but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good; but for a piece of bread will a man transgress.

²² He that hath an evil eye hasteth after wealth, and knoweth not that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man shall afterwards find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father and his mother, and saith, It is no transgression, the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The wicked man fleeth, when no man pursueth: but the just, bold as a lion, shall be without dread.

² For the sins of the land many are the princes thereof: and for the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the prince shall be prolonged.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the poor, is like a violent shower, which bringeth a famine.

⁴ They that forsake the law, praise the wicked man: they that keep it, are incensed against him.

⁵ Evil men think not on judgment: but they that seek after the Lord, take notice of all things.

⁶ Better is the poor man walking in his simplicity, than the rich in crooked ways.

⁷ He that keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that heapeth together riches by usury and loan, gathereth them for him that will be bountiful to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ears from hearing the law, his prayer shall be as abomination.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth the just in a wicked way, shall fall in his own destruction: and the upright shall possess his goods.

¹¹ The rich man seemeth to himself wise: but the poor man that is prudent shall search him out.

¹² In the joy of the just there is great glory: when the wicked reign, men are ruined.

¹³ He that hideth his sins, shall not prosper: but he that shall confess, and forsake them, shall obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man that is always fearful: but he that is hardened in mind, shall fall into evil.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a hungry bear, so is a wicked prince over the poor people.

¹⁶ A prince void of prudence shall oppress many by calumny: but he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doth violence to the blood of a person, if he flee even to the pit, no man will stay him.

¹⁸ He that walketh uprightly, shall be saved: he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his ground, shall be filled with bread: but he that followeth idleness shall be filled with poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man shall be much praised: but he that maketh haste to be rich, shall not be innocent.

²¹ He that hath respect to a person in judgment, doth not well: such a man even for a morsel of bread forsaketh the truth.

²² A man, that maketh haste to be rich, and envieth others, is ignorant that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man, shall afterward find favour with him, more than he that by a flattering tongue deceiveth him.

²⁴ He that stealeth any thing from his father, or from his mother: and saith, This is no sin, is the partner of a murderer.

¹ The wicked run away even when no one is chasing them, but the good have the trusting boldness of lions.

² When a country is in rebellion, it has many rulers, but a ruler who is wise and knowledgeable provides strength and continuity.

³ When someone poor oppresses the poor, it's like heavy rain that beats down the crops.

⁴ People who reject the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law fight against them.

⁵ Evil people understand nothing about justice, but those who follow the Lord understand it completely.

⁶ Better to be poor and have integrity than to be devious and rich.

⁷ If you keep the law, you're a wise son, but if you keep bad company you shame your father.

⁸ Anyone who gets rich through charging interest and profiteering is only storing it up for someone who is kind to the poor.

⁹ God hates the prayers of people who disregard the law.

¹⁰ Those who lead good people astray into evil ways will fall into their own traps, but the innocent will receive a good reward.

¹¹ The rich see themselves as wise, but poor people with insight see right through them.

¹² When good people win, everyone celebrates, but when the wicked come to power, people hide.

¹³ People who hide their sins won't succeed, but those who confess and renounce their sins will be shown kindness.

¹⁴ Blessed are those who always respect the Lord, but those who are stubborn end up in a lot of trouble.

¹⁵ A wicked ruler lording it over poor people is like a roaring lion or a charging bear.

¹⁶ An unwise ruler thoroughly extorts his people, but one who refuses to profit illegally will live long.

¹⁷ Someone guilty of murder will go on running away from it until they die. Don't try and stop them.

¹⁸ If you have integrity, you'll be kept safe, but if you live deviously, you'll fall.

¹⁹ If you cultivate the land you'll have plenty of food, but if you chase fantasies you'll end up with nothing.

²⁰ If you're trustworthy, you'll be richly rewarded; but if you try to get rich quick, you won't go unpunished.

²¹ Showing favoritism isn't good, but some people will do wrong just for a piece of bread.

²² Envious people are in a rush to get rich; they don't realize they'll end up poor.

²³ Honest criticism is appreciated later far more than flattery.

²⁴ A man who robs his father and mother, and says, “It's not a crime,” is one step away from becoming a murderer.

¹ The wicked flee when none pursueth: but the righteous are bolde as a lyon.

² For the transgression of the land there are many princes thereof: but by a man of vnderstanding and knowledge a realme likewise endureth long.

³ A poore man, if he oppresse the poore, is like a raging raine, that leaueth no foode.

⁴ They that forsake the Law, prayse the wicked: but they that keepe the Law, set themselues against them.

⁵ Wicked men vnderstand not iudgemnt: but they that seeke the Lord vnderstand all things.

⁶ Better is the poore that walketh in his vprightnesse, then hee that peruerteth his wayes, though he be riche.

⁷ He that keepeth the Law, is a childe of vnderstanding: but hee that feedeth the gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his riches by vsurie and interest, gathereth them for him that will be mercifull vnto the poore.

⁹ He that turneth away his eare from hearing the Law, euen his prayer shalbe abominable.

¹⁰ He that causeth the righteous to go astray by an euill way, shall fall into his owne pit, and the vpright shall inherite good things.

¹¹ The riche man is wise in his owne conceite: but the poore that hath vnderstanding, can trie him.

¹² When righteous men reioyce, there is great glory: but when the wicked come vp, the man is tried.

¹³ He that hideth his sinnes, shall not prosper: but he that confesseth, and forsaketh them, shall haue mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart, shall fall into euill.

¹⁵ As a roaring lyon, and an hungry beare, so is a wicked ruler ouer the poore people.

¹⁶ A prince destitute of vnderstanding, is also a great oppressour: but hee that hateth couetousnes, shall prolong his dayes.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence against the blood of a person, shall flee vnto the graue, and they shall not stay him.

¹⁸ He that walketh vprightly, shalbe saued: but he that is froward in his wayes, shall once fall.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land, shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth the idle, shall be filled with pouertie.

²⁰ A faythfull man shall abound in blessings, and he that maketh haste to be riche, shall not be innocent.

²¹ To haue respect of persons is not good: for that man will transgresse for a piece of bread.

²² A man with a wicked eye hasteth to riches, and knoweth not, that pouertie shall come vpon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man, shall finde more fauour at length, then he that flattereth with his tongue.

²⁴ Hee that robbeth his father and mother, and sayth, It is no transgression, is the companion of a man that destroyeth.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are secure as a young lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding and knowledge established order shall long continue.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the weak is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked; but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not justice; but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ A wise son observeth the teaching; but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, gathereth it for him that is gracious to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit; but the whole-hearted shall inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him through.

¹² When the righteous exult, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men must be sought for.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway; but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into evil.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ravenous bear; so is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that is laden with the blood of any person shall hasten his steps unto the pit; none will support him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved; but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his ground shall have plenty of bread; but he that followeth after vain things shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings; but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good; for a man will transgress for a piece of bread.

²² He that hath an evil eye hasteneth after riches, and knoweth not that want shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man shall in the end find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith: 'It is no transgression', the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth: But the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: But by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the poor Is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked: But such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: But they that seek the Lord understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, Than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: But he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, He shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, He shall fall himself into his own pit: But the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: But when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth alway: But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; So is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person Shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: But he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: But he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings: But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good: For for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

²² He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, And considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man, afterwards shall find more favour Than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, And saith, It is no transgression; The same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ Every wicked fleeth when no man pursueth; but the righteous are like the confident young lion.

² When there is transgression in a land, it hath many for its princes; but under a man of understanding and knowledge its prosperity will long continue.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the indigent is like a sweeping rain which bringeth no bread.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked; but such as observe the law contend with them.

⁵ Bad men understand not justice; but they that seek the Lord understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is an intelligent son; but he that is a companion of gluttons bringeth dishonor on his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his wealth by interest and usury will gather it for him that will be kind to the poor.

⁹ When one turneth away his ear so as not to listen to the law, even his prayer becometh an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray on an evil way, will surely fall into his own ditch; but the men of integrity will inherit what is good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the indigent that hath understanding can search him through.

¹² When the righteous exult, there is great splendor; but when the wicked rise up, a man hath to be sought for.

¹³ He that concealeth his transgressions will not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them will obtain mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that always dreadeth to do evil; but he that hardeneth his heart will fall into unhappiness.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a greedy bear, so is a wicked ruler over an indigent people.

¹⁶ The prince that is void of understanding is also a great oppressor; but he that hateth unjust gain will prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man oppressed by the load of having shed human blood will flee even to the pit: let no man hold him.

¹⁸ Whoso walketh in integrity will be saved; but he that walketh perversely on two paths, will fall on one.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his ground will have plenty of bread; but he that runneth after idle persons will have enough of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man will abound with blessings; but he that maketh haste to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To have respect to persons is not good; because even for a piece of bread will a man transgress.

²² He that is eager for wealth is a man of an evil eye, and he knoweth not that want will come upon him.

²³ He that reproveth a man after my example will obtain more grace than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, it is no transgression,—the same is a companion of a destroyer.

¹ The ungodly man flees when no one pursues: But the righteous is confident as a lion.

² By reason of the sins of ungodly men quarrels arise; But a wise man will quell them.

³ A bold man oppresses the poor by ungodly deeds. As an impetuous and unprofitable rain,

⁴ So they that forsake the law praise ungodliness; But they that love the law fortify themselves with a wall.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: But they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: But he that keeps up debauchery dishonors his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, Gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, Even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, Himself shall fall into destruction: Transgressors also shall pass by prosperity, But shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; But an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: But in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: But he that blames himself shall be loved.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who religiously fears always: But the hard of heart shall fall into mischiefs.

¹⁵ A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, Who, being poor, rules over a poor nation.

¹⁶ A king in need of revenues is a great oppressor: But he that hates injustice shall live a long time.

¹⁷ He that becomes surety for a man charged with murder Shall be an exile, and not in safety.

^17a Chasten thy son, and he shall love thee, And give honor to thy soul: He shall not obey a sinful nation.

¹⁸ He that walks justly is assisted: But he that walks in crooked ways shall be entangled therein.

¹⁹ He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread: But he that follows idleness shall have plenty of poverty.

²⁰ A man worthy of credit shall be much blessed: But the wicked shall not be unpunished.

²¹ He that reverences not the persons of the just is not good: Such a one will sell a man for a morsel of bread.

²² An envious man makes haste to be rich, And knows not that the merciful man will have the mastery over him.

²³ He that reproves a man’s ways Shall have more favor than he that flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ He that casts off father or mother, and thinks he sins not; The same is partaker with an ungodly man.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursueth; But the righteous is as bold as a lion.

² Through the transgression of a land many are its rulers; But through men of prudence and understanding the prince shall live long.

³ A poor man who oppresseth the needy Is a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They who forsake the law praise the wicked; But they who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Wicked men understand not equity; But they who seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is a poor man who walketh in uprightness, Than he who is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ He that keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is the companion of prodigals bringeth shame on his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his substance by usurious gain Gathereth it for him who will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer shall be an abomination.

¹⁰ He that causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way Shall himself fall into his own pit; But the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor man, who hath understanding, will search him through.

¹² When the righteous rejoice, there is great glorying; But, when the wicked are exalted, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper; But he that confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

¹⁴ Happy the man who feareth always! But he who hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion and a hungry bear, So is a wicked ruler over a needy people.

¹⁶ The prince who is weak in understanding is great in oppression; But he who hateth unjust gain shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man who is burdened with life-blood—Let him flee to the pit! let no man stay him!

¹⁸ He who walketh uprightly shall be safe; But he who is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He who tilleth his land shall have bread enough; And he that followeth after worthless persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings; But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not go unpunished.

²¹ To have respect to persons is not good; Since for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

²² He who hath an evil eye hasteth after wealth, And considereth not that poverty will come upon him.

²³ He who rebuketh a man shall afterwards find favor More than he who flattereth with his tongue.

²⁴ Whoso stealeth from his father or his mother, And saith, “It is no transgression,” The same is the companion of a robber.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the upright are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the Torah ·Teaching· praise the wicked; but those who keep the Torah ·Teaching· contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand mishpat ·justice·; but those who seek Adonai understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity, than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah ·Teaching· is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from sh'ma ·hearing obeying· the Torah ·Teaching·, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the upright triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever yadah ·extend hands in confession· and forsake renounces them finds racham ·merciful love·.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by life-blood will be a fugitive until the pit (of Abbadon, the unrighteous side of Sheol); no one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good; yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and does not know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more chen ·grace· than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother, and says, “It’s not wrong.” He is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked people run away when no one chases them, but righteous people are as bold as a young lion.

² Because of the transgression of a land, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, it will last a long time.

³ A poor person who oppresses other poor people is like a beating rain that leaves no food.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise wicked people, but those who keep the law fight against them.

⁵ Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek Yahweh understand everything.

⁶ It is better for a poor person who walks in his integrity, than for a rich person who is crooked in his ways.

⁷ He who keeps the law is a son who has understanding, but one who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ The one who makes his fortune by charging too much interest gathers his wealth for another who will have pity on poor people.

⁹ If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.

¹⁰ Whoever misleads the upright into an evil way will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will have a good inheritance.

¹¹ The rich person may be wise in his own eyes, but a poor person who has understanding will find him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked arise, people are sought out.

¹³ The one who hides his sins will not prosper, but the one who confesses them and forsakes them will be shown mercy.

¹⁴ The one who always lives with reverence is blessed, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into trouble.

¹⁵ Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over poor people.

¹⁶ The ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but the one who hates dishonesty will prolong his days.

¹⁷ If a man is guilty because he has shed someone's blood, he will be a fugitive until death and no one will help him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks with integrity will be kept safe, but the one whose way is crooked will suddenly fall.

¹⁹ The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever follows worthless pursuits will have plenty of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man will have great blessings, but the one who gets rich quickly will not go unpunished.

²¹ It is not good to show partiality, but for a piece of bread a man will do wrong.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, but he does not know that poverty will come upon him.

²³ Whoever disciplines someone, afterward will find more favor from him than from the one who flatters him with his tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father and his mother and says, “That is no sin,” he is the companion of the one who destroys.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgement. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favour than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

² For the transgression of a land many are its princes: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

³ A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

⁴ They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things .

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he is rich.

⁷ He who keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor man that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but he who confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

¹⁴ Happy is the man that feareth always: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

¹⁸ He who walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

¹⁹ He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

²⁰ A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

²¹ To have respect of persons is not good: for, for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

²² He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.

²³ He that rebuketh a man afterward shall find more favor than he that flattereth with the tongue.

²⁴ He that robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the Torah praise the wicked; but those who keep the Torah contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the Torah, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

² In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

³ A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

⁴ Those who forsake the Torah praise the wicked; but those who keep the Torah contend with them.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the Torah, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgement. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

¹⁷ A man who is tormented by blood guilt will be a fugitive until death. No one will support him.

¹⁸ Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.

¹⁹ One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

²⁰ A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

²¹ To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.

²² A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

²³ One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favour than one who flatters with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.

¹ A wicked man fleeth, when no man pursueth; but a just or rightwise man as a lion trusting shall be without fearedfulness.

² For the sins of the land there be many princes of it; and for the wisdom of a man, and for the knowing of these things that be said, the life of the duke shall be the longer.

³ A poor man falsely challenging poor men, is like a great rain, wherein hunger is made ready.

⁴ They that forsake the law, praise the wicked man; they that keep the law, be kindled, or stirred up, against him.

⁵ Wicked men think not on doom; but they that seek the Lord, perceive all things.

⁶ Better is a poor man going in his simpleness, than a rich man in his shrewd ways.

⁷ He that keepeth the law, is a wise son; but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that gathereth together riches by usuries, and free increases, gathereth those or them together against poor men.

⁹ His prayer shall be made cursed, that boweth away his ear, that he hear not the law.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth just or rightwise men in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and just or rightwise men shall wield his goods.

¹¹ A rich man seemeth wise to himself; but a poor man prudent shall search him out or know his counsel.

¹² In the enhancing of just or rightwise men is much glory; when wicked men reign, fallings of men be.

¹³ He that hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made rightful; but he that acknowledgeth and forsaketh them, shall get mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man, which is ever dreadful; but he that is of hard heart, shall fall into evil.

¹⁵ A roaring lion, and an hungry bear, is a wicked prince on a poor people.

¹⁶ A duke needy of prudence shall oppress many men by false challenge; but the days of him that hateth avarice shall be made long.

¹⁷ No man sustain a man that falsely challengeth the blood of a man, if he fleeth till to the pit.

¹⁸ He that goeth simply shall be safe; he that goeth by wayward ways, shall fall down at once.

¹⁹ He that worketh his land, shall be filled with loaves; he that pursueth or followeth idleness, shall be filled with neediness.

²⁰ A faithful man shall be praised much; but he that hasteth to be made rich, shall not be innocent.

²¹ He that knoweth a face in doom, doeth not well; this man forsaketh truth, yea, for a morsel of bread.

²² A man that hasteth to be made rich, and hath envy to other men, knoweth not that neediness shall come up on him.

²³ He that reproveth a man, shall find grace afterward with him; more than he that deceiveth by flatterings of tongue.

²⁴ He that withdraweth anything from his father and from his mother, and saith that this is no sin, is partner of a man-queller.

¹ A wicked man fleeth, when no man pursueth; but a just man as a lion trusting shall be without fearedfulness. (A wicked person fleeth, when no one pursueth him; but a righteous person shall be without fear, like a trusting lion.)

² For the sins of the land there be many princes of it; and for the wisdom of a man, and for the knowing of these things that be said, the life of the duke shall be the longer. (For the sins of the land there shall be many leaders of it; but with the wisdom and knowledge of a good ruler, the nation shall endure.)

³ A poor man falsely challenging poor men, is like a great rain, wherein hunger is made ready. (A poor person who oppresseth the poor or A tyrant who oppresseth the poor, is like a great rain that destroyeth the crops.)

⁴ They that forsake the law, praise the wicked man; they that keep the law, be kindled, or stirred up, against him. (They who desert the law, praise the wicked; they who keep the law, be kindled, or stirred up, against them.)

⁵ Wicked men think not on doom; but they that seek the Lord, perceive all things. (The wicked do not think about justice; but they who seek the Lord, understand everything about it or understand it well.)

⁶ Better is a poor man going in his simpleness, than a rich man in his shrewd ways. (Better is a poor person going in his honesty, or in his integrity, than a rich person in all his depraved ways.)

⁷ He that keepeth the law, is a wise son; but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that gathereth together riches by usuries, and free(ly) (made) increases, gathereth those together against poor men. (He who gathereth together riches from high interest rates, and exorbitant increases, gathereth them together for him who will give them to the poor.)

⁹ His prayer shall be made cursed, that boweth away his ear (or who turneth away his ear), (so) that he hear not the law.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth just men in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and just men shall wield his goods. (He who deceiveth the righteous in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and the righteous shall possess his goods.)

¹¹ A rich man seemeth wise to himself; but a poor man prudent shall search him. (A rich person seemeth wise to himself; but a prudent poor person shall search him out, and find him wanting.)

¹² In the enhancing of just men is much glory; when wicked men reign, fallings of men be. (When the righteous be advanced, or promoted, there is much honour; but when the wicked reign, or rule, there shall be the falling of many people.)

¹³ He that hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made rightful; but he that acknowledgeth and forsaketh them, shall get mercy. (He who hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made upright; but he who acknowledgeth and abandoneth them, shall get mercy.)

¹⁴ Blessed is the man, which is ever dreadful; but he that is of hard heart, shall fall into evil. (Blessed is the person, who is ever fearful of the Lord or who is always reverential toward the Lord; but he who hath a hard heart, shall fall into evil.)

¹⁵ A roaring lion, and an hungry bear, is a wicked prince on a poor people. (Like a roaring lion, and a hungry bear, is a wicked ruler over the poor.)

¹⁶ A duke needy of prudence shall oppress many men by false challenge; but the days of him that hateth avarice shall be made long.

¹⁷ No man sustain a man that falsely challengeth the blood of a man, (even) if he fleeth till to the pit. (Let no one protect someone who oppresseth unto the blood, that is, unto the murder, of another person, yea, let him flee into the pit.)

¹⁸ He that goeth simply shall be safe (or He who goeth honestly, or with integrity, shall be safe); (but) he that goeth by wayward ways, shall fall down at once.

¹⁹ He that worketh his land, shall be filled with loaves; he that followeth idleness (or but he who is idle, or lazy), shall be filled with neediness.

²⁰ A faithful man shall be praised much; but he that hasteth to be made rich, shall not be innocent. (A faithful person shall be much praised; but he who hasteneth to be made rich, shall not be innocent.)

²¹ He that knoweth a face in doom, doeth not well; this man forsaketh truth, yea, for a morsel of bread. (He who knoweth the person whom he is judging, doeth wrongly; this person deserteth the truth, yea, for a morsel of bread.)

²² A man that hasteth to be made rich, and hath envy to other men (or and hath envy of others), knoweth not that neediness shall come up on him.

²³ He that reproveth a man, shall find grace afterward with him, (or He who rebuketh someone, shall find favour afterward with him); more than he that deceiveth by flatterings of (the) tongue.

²⁴ He that withdraweth anything from his father and from his mother, and saith that this is no sin, is partner of a man-queller (or is the partner of, or no better than, a murderer).

¹ The wicked have fled and there is no pursuer. And the righteous as a young lion is confident.

² By the transgression of a land many are its heads. And by an intelligent man, Who knoweth right — it is prolonged.

³ A man — poor and oppressing the weak, Is a sweeping rain, and there is no bread.

⁴ Those forsaking the law praise the wicked, Those keeping the law plead against them.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment, And those seeking Jehovah understand all.

⁶ Better is the poor walking in his integrity, Than the perverse of ways who is rich.

⁷ Whoso is keeping the law is an intelligent son, And a friend of gluttons, Doth cause his father to blush.

⁸ Whoso is multiplying his wealth by biting and usury, For one favouring the poor doth gather it.

⁹ Whoso is turning his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso is causing the upright to err in an evil way, Into his own pit he doth fall, And the perfect do inherit good.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own eyes, And the intelligent poor searcheth him.

¹² In the exulting of the righteous the glory is abundant, And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive.

¹³ Whoso is covering his transgressions prospereth not, And he who is confessing and forsaking hath mercy.

¹⁴ O the happiness of a man fearing continually, And whoso is hardening his heart falleth into evil.

¹⁵ A growling lion, and a ranging bear, Is the wicked ruler over a poor people.

¹⁶ A leader lacking understanding multiplieth oppressions, Whoso is hating dishonest gain prolongeth days.

¹⁷ A man oppressed with the blood of a soul, Unto the pit fleeth, none taketh hold on him.

¹⁸ Whoso is walking uprightly is saved, And the perverted of ways falleth at once.

¹⁹ Whoso is tilling his ground is satisfied with bread, And whoso is pursuing vanity, Is filled with poverty.

²⁰ A stedfast man hath multiplied blessings, And whoso is hasting to be rich is not acquitted.

²¹ To discern faces is not good, And for a piece of bread doth a man transgress.

²² Troubled for wealth is the man with an evil eye, And he knoweth not that want doth meet him.

²³ Whoso is reproving a man afterwards findeth grace, More than a flatterer with the tongue.

²⁴ Whoso is robbing his father, or his mother, And is saying, 'It is not transgression,' A companion he is to a destroyer.