Proverbs 29:1-10

¹He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.

²When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.

³Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.

⁴The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.

⁵A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.

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

⁷The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know it.

⁸Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.

⁹If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.

¹⁰The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.