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 neighbour 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 understandeth not knowledge.
8Scornful men set a city in a blaze; but wise men turn away wrath.
9If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
10The men of blood hate him that is sincere; and as for the upright, they seek his life.
11A fool spendeth all his spirit; but a wise man stilleth it within him.
12If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, all his servants are wicked.
13The poor man and the oppressor meet together; the LORD giveth light to the eyes of them both.
14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
16When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall gaze upon their fall.
17Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.
Proverbs 29
Proverbs 29:3-17