Proverbs 29:3-26 in English

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

¹¹ A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.

¹² If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.

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 causeth shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

¹⁷ Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; 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 give heed.

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 a son at the last.

²² An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression.

²³ A man’s pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor.

²⁴ Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.

²⁵ The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor; But a man’s judgment cometh from Jehovah.

³ When a man loves wisdom, his father rejoices: but he that keeps harlots will waste wealth.

⁴ A righteous king establishes a country: but a transgressor destroys it.

⁵ He that prepares a net in the way of his own friend, entangles his own feet in it.

⁶ A great snare is spread for a sinner: but the righteous shall be in joy and gladness.

⁷ A righteous man knows how to judge for the poor: but the ungodly understands not knowledge; and the poor man has not an understanding mind.

⁸ Lawless men burn down a city: but wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ A wise man shall judge nations: but a worthless man being angry laughs and fears not.

¹⁰ Bloody men hate a holy person, but the upright will seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool utters all his mind: but the wise reserves his in part.

¹² When a king hearkens to unjust language, all his subjects are transgressors.

¹³ When the creditor and debtor meet together, the Lord oversees them both.

¹⁴ When a king judges the poor in truth, his throne shall be established for a testimony.

¹⁵ Stripes and reproofs give wisdom: but an erring child disgraces his parents.

¹⁶ When the ungodly abound, sins abound: but when they fall, the righteous are warned.

¹⁷ Chasten thy son, and he shall give thee rest; and he shall give honour to thy soul.

¹⁸ There shall be no interpreter to a sinful nation: but he that observes the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A stubborn servant will not be reproved by words: for even if he understand, still he will not obey.

²⁰ If thou see a man hasty in his words, know that the fool has hope rather than he.

²¹ He that lives wantonly from a child, shall be a servant, and in the end shall grieve over himself.

²² A furious man stirs up strife, and a passionate man digs up sin.

²³ Pride brings a man low, but the Lord upholds the humble-minded with honour.

²⁴ He that shares with a thief, hates his own soul: and if any having heard an oath uttered tell not of it,

²⁵ they fearing and reverencing men unreasonably have been overthrown, but he that trusts in the Lord shall rejoice. Ungodliness causes a man to stumble: but he that trusts in his master shall be safe.

²⁶ Many wait on the favour of rulers; but justice comes to a man from the Lord.

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.

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.

³ When a man loves wisdom, his father rejoices: but he that keeps harlots will waste wealth.

⁴ A righteous king establishes a country: but a transgressor destroys it.

⁵ He that prepares a net in the way of his own friend, entangles his own feet in it.

⁶ A great snare is spread for a sinner: but the righteous shall be in joy and gladness.

⁷ A righteous man knows how to judge for the poor: but the ungodly understands not knowledge; and the poor man has not an understanding mind.

⁸ Lawless men burn down a city: but wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ A wise man shall judge nations: but a worthless man being angry laughs and fears not.

¹⁰ Bloody men hate a holy person, but the upright will seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool utters all is mind: but the wise reserves his in part.

¹² When a king hearkens to unjust language, all his subjects are transgressors.

¹³ When the creditor and debtor meet together, the Lord oversees them both.

¹⁴ When a king judges the poor in truth, his throne shall be established for a testimony.

¹⁵ Stripes and reproofs give wisdom: but an erring child disgraces his parents.

¹⁶ When the ungodly abound, sins abound: but when they fall, the righteous are warned.

¹⁷ Chasten your son, and he shall give you rest; and he shall give honor to your soul.

¹⁸ There shall be no interpreter to a sinful nation: but he that observes the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A stubborn servant will not be reproved by words: for even if he understands, still he will not obey.

²⁰ If you see a man hasty in his words, know that the fool has hope rather than he.

²¹ He that lives wantonly from a child, shall be a servant, and in the end shall grieve over himself.

²² A furious man stirs up strife, and a passionate man digs up sin.

²³ Pride brings a man low, but the Lord upholds the humble-minded with honor.

²⁴ He that shares with a thief, hates his own soul: and if any having heard an oath uttered tell not of it,

²⁵ they fearing and reverencing men unreasonably have been overthrown, but he that trusts in the Lord shall rejoice. Ungodliness causes a man to stumble: but he that trusts in his master shall be safe.

²⁶ Many wait on the favor of rulers; but justice comes to a man from the Lord.

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

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

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

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

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

⁸ Scornful men set a city in a flame: but wise men turn away wrath.

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

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

¹¹ A fool uttereth all his anger: but a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.

¹² If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, all his servants are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor meet together: the LORD lighteneth the eyes of them both.

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 causeth shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall look upon 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 cast off restraint: 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 give heed.

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 a son at the last.

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

²³ A man’s pride shall bring him low: but he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honour.

²⁴ Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.

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 a man’s judgment cometh from the LORD.

³ Those who are eager to become wise cause their parents to be glad; those who spend their time with prostitutes will end up giving all their money to them.

⁴ When a king rules justly/fairly, he causes his nation to be strong, but a king who is concerned only with getting more money from the people ruins his nation.

⁵ Those who ◄flatter others/say nice things to others merely to cause them to feel good► are really setting a trap for them (OR, for themselves) SYN.

⁶ Evil people will be trapped by the sins that they commit, but righteous/honest people will sing and be joyful/happy.

⁷ Righteous/Good people know that poor people should be treated fairly/justly, but wicked people ◄are not concerned about/do not pay attention to► those matters at all.

⁸ Those who make fun of everything that is good say things that cause everyone in the city to ◄be agitated/in turmoil►; those who are wise enable people to remain calm.

⁹ If a wise person sues a foolish person, the foolish person merely laughs at him and yells at him and will not be quiet (OR, the dispute will not be resolved).

¹⁰ Those who murder others hate people who ◄are honest/always do what is right►, but righteous people try to protect them.

¹¹ People who are wise are patient and restrain/control themselves when they are angry, but foolish people ◄quickly show others that they are very angry/do not restrain themselves at all►.

¹² If a ruler ◄pays attention to/believes► people who tell lies, all his officials will also become wicked.

¹³ There is one thing that is true about both poor people and those who oppress them: Yahweh enables all of them to see.

¹⁴ If kings judge poor people fairly, they will continue to rule for a long time.

¹⁵ If children are punished/spanked and reproved/warned, they become wise; but if they are allowed to do whatever they want to do, they do things that cause their mothers to be ashamed of them.

¹⁶ When wicked people rule, there are more crimes committed {people commit more crimes}, but some day those wicked people will ◄be defeated/no longer rule►, and righteous people will see that happen.

¹⁷ If you discipline your children, they will no longer do things that will cause you to be worried; instead, they will do things that will delight you SYN.

¹⁸ When the people of a nation do not receive messages that come directly from God, they do not control their behavior. God is pleased with those who obey his laws.

¹⁹ It is not possible to correct/discipline servants only by talking to them; they understand what you are saying, but they do not pay attention to it.

²⁰ God can help/bless foolish people more easily RHQ than he can help/bless people who speak without thinking first.

²¹ If someone gives his servants everything that they want, starting from when they are young, some day those servants will take from him everything that he owns.

²² Those who quickly become angry cause many arguments, and they also commit many sins.

²³ Proud people will be disgraced; those who are humble will be respected.

²⁴ Those who help thieves to steal only hurt themselves; when they are in court, they solemnly ask God to curse them if they do not tell the truth, but they do not tell the truth about the crime that was committed, and as a result, God will curse them.

²⁵ It is like a dangerous trap MET for people to be ◄afraid of/worried about► what others will think about them, but those who trust in Yahweh are safe/protected.

²⁶ Many people request rulers to do things to help them, but Yahweh is the only one who surely does for people what is fair/just.

³ When a man loves wisdom, his father rejoices: but he that keeps harlots will waste wealth.

⁴ A righteous king establishes a country: but a transgressor destroys it.

⁵ He that prepares a net in the way of his own friend, entangles his own feet in it.

⁶ A great snare is spread for a sinner: but the righteous shall be in joy and gladness.

⁷ A righteous man knows how to judge for the poor: but the ungodly understands not knowledge; and the poor man has not an understanding mind.

⁸ Lawless men burn down a city: but wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ A wise man shall judge nations: but a worthless man being angry laughs and fears not.

¹⁰ Bloody men hate a holy person, but the upright will seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool utters all is mind: but the wise reserves his in part.

¹² When a king hearkens to unjust language, all his subjects are transgressors.

¹³ When the creditor and debtor meet together, the Lord oversees them both.

¹⁴ When a king judges the poor in truth, his throne shall be established for a testimony.

¹⁵ Stripes and reproofs give wisdom: but an erring child disgraces his parents.

¹⁶ When the ungodly abound, sins abound: but when they fall, the righteous are warned.

¹⁷ Chasten your son, and he shall give you rest; and he shall give honour to your soul.

¹⁸ There shall be no interpreter to a sinful nation: but he that observes the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A stubborn servant will not be reproved by words: for even if he understands, still he will not obey.

²⁰ If you see a man hasty in his words, know that the fool has hope rather than he.

²¹ He that lives wantonly from a child, shall be a servant, and in the end shall grieve over himself.

²² A furious man stirs up strife, and a passionate man digs up sin.

²³ Pride brings a man low, but the Lord upholds the humble-minded with honour.

²⁴ He that shares with a thief, hates his own soul: and if any having heard an oath uttered tell not of it,

²⁵ they fearing and reverencing men unreasonably have been overthrown, but he that trusts in the Lord shall rejoice. Ungodliness causes a man to stumble: but he that trusts in his master shall be safe.

²⁶ Many wait on the favour of rulers; but justice comes to a man from the Lord.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbour spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honour.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favour, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

³ A man who is a lover of wisdom is a joy to his father: but he who goes in the company of loose women is a waster of wealth.

⁴ A king, by right rule, makes the land safe; but one full of desires makes it a waste.

⁵ A man who says smooth things to his neighbour is stretching out a net for his steps.

⁶ In the steps of an evil man there is a net for him, but the upright man gets away quickly and is glad.

⁷ The upright man gives attention to the cause of the poor: the evil-doer gives no thought to it.

⁸ Men of pride are the cause of violent acts in a town, but by wise men wrath is turned away.

⁹ If a wise man goes to law with a foolish man, he may be angry or laughing, but there will be no rest.

¹⁰ Men of blood are haters of the good man, and evil-doers go after his soul.

¹¹ A foolish man lets out all his wrath, but a wise man keeps it back quietly.

¹² If a ruler gives attention to false words, all his servants are evil-doers.

¹³ The poor man and his creditor come face to face: the Lord gives light to their eyes equally.

¹⁴ The king who is a true judge in the cause of the poor, will be safe for ever on the seat of his power.

¹⁵ The rod and sharp words give wisdom: but a child who is not guided is a cause of shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When evil men are in power, wrongdoing is increased; but the upright will have pleasure when they see their downfall.

¹⁷ Give your son training, and he will give you rest; he will give delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no vision, the people are uncontrolled; but he who keeps the law will be happy.

¹⁹ A servant will not be trained by words; for though the sense of the words is clear to him, he will not give attention.

²⁰ Have you seen a man who is quick with his tongue? There is more hope for a foolish man than for him.

²¹ If a servant is gently cared for from his early years, he will become a cause of sorrow in the end.

²² An angry man is the cause of fighting, and a man given to wrath does much wrong.

²³ A man's pride will be the cause of his fall, but he who has a gentle spirit will get honour.

²⁴ A man who takes part with a thief has hate for his soul; he is put under oath, but says nothing.

²⁵ The fear of man is a cause of danger: but whoever puts his faith in the Lord will have a safe place on high.

²⁶ The approval of a ruler is desired by great numbers: but the decision in a man's cause comes from the Lord.

³ Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; but he that is a companion of harlots destroyeth his substance.

⁴ A king by just judgment establisheth the land; but he that taketh gifts overthroweth it.

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

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

⁷ The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; the wicked understandeth not knowledge.

⁸ Scornful men set the city in a flame; but the wise turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man contendeth with a fool, whether he rage or laugh, he hath no rest.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate the perfect, but the upright care for his soul.

¹¹ A fool uttereth all his mind; but a wise man keepeth it back.

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

¹³ The indigent and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.

¹⁴ A 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 increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.

¹⁷ Chasten thy son, and he shall give thee rest, and shall give delight unto thy soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no vision the people cast off restraint; but happy is he that keepeth the law.

¹⁹ A servant is not corrected by words: he understandeth indeed, but he will not answer.

²⁰ Hast thou seen a man 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 in the end have him as a son.

²² An angry man exciteth contention; and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.

²³ A man's pride bringeth him low; but the humble in spirit shall obtain honour.

²⁴ Whoso shareth with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth the adjuration, and declareth not.

²⁵ The fear of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his confidence in Jehovah is protected.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler's face; but a man's right judgment is from Jehovah.

³ A man that loveth wisdom, rejoiceth his father: but he that maintaineth bar lots, shall squander away his substance.

⁴ A just king setteth up the land: a covetous man shall destroy it.

⁵ A man that speaketh to his friend with flattering and dissembling words, spreadeth a net for his feet.

⁶ A snare shall entangle the wicked man when he sinneth: and the just shall praise and rejoice.

⁷ The just taketh notice of the cause of the poor: the wicked is void of knowledge.

⁸ Corrupt men bring a city to ruin: but wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ If a wise man contend with a fool, whether he be angry or laugh, he shall find no rest.

¹⁰ Bloodthirsty men hate the upright: but just men seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool uttereth all his mind: a wise man deferreth, and keepeth it till afterwards.

¹² A prince that gladly heareth lying words, hath all his servants wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the creditor have met one another: the Lord is the enlightener of them both.

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

¹⁵ The rod and reproof give wisdom: but the child that is left to his own will bringeth his mother to shame.

¹⁶ When the wicked are multiplied, crimes shall be multiplied: but the just shall see their downfall.

¹⁷ Instruct thy son, and he shall refresh thee, and shall give delight to thy soul.

¹⁸ When prophecy shall fail, the people shall be scattered abroad: but he that keepeth the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A slave will not be corrected by words: because he understandeth what thou sayest, and will not answer.

²⁰ Hast thou seen a man hasty to speak? folly is rather to be looked for, than his amendment.

²¹ He that nourisheth his servant delicately from his childhood, afterwards shall find him stubborn.

²² A passionate man provoketh quarrels: and he that is easily stirred up to wrath, shall be more prone to sin.

²³ Humiliation followeth the proud: and glory shall uphold the humble of spirit.

²⁴ He that is partaker with a thief, hateth his own soul: he heareth one putting him to his oath, and discovereth not.

²⁵ He that feareth man, shall quickly fall: he that trusteth in the Lord, shall be set on high.

²⁶ Many seek the face of the prince: but the judgment of every one cometh forth from the Lord.

³ A man who loves wisdom makes his father happy, but one who visits prostitutes throws away his money.

⁴ A king who rules justly makes the country secure, but one who asks for bribes will destroy it.

⁵ Those who flatter their friends lay a net to trip them up.

⁶ Evil people are trapped by their own sins, but those who do right sing and celebrate.

⁷ Good people care about treating the poor fairly, but the wicked don't think about it at all.

⁸ Cynical people can inflame a whole city, but the wise calm angry people down.

⁹ When a wise man takes a stupid man to court, there's raging and ridicule, but nothing is settled.

¹⁰ Murderers hate people of integrity, but those who live right try to help them.

¹¹ Stupid people let all their anger out, while wise people quietly hold it in.

¹² A ruler who listens to lies will have nothing but wicked officials.

¹³ Poor people and their oppressors have this in common: the Lord gives life to all of them.

¹⁴ If a king judges the poor fairly, he will have a long rule.

¹⁵ Discipline and correction provide wisdom, but a son left undisciplined is an embarrassment to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked are in power, sin increases; but the good will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Discipline your children and they won't give you any worries; they will make you very happy.

¹⁸ Without a revelation from God, the people go out of control, but those who keep the law are happy.

¹⁹ A servant can't be disciplined by words alone; though they understand, they don't follow what they're told.

²⁰ Have you seen a man who speaks without thinking? There's more hope for stupid people than for him!

²¹ A servant indulged from childhood will in the end become unmanageable.

²² Angry people stir up trouble, those with short tempers commit many sins.

²³ If you're proud, you'll be humiliated; but if you're humble, you'll be honored.

²⁴ A thief's partner hates his life; even under the threat of being cursed he can't tell the truth.

²⁵ Being afraid of people traps you, but if you trust in the Lord you're safe.

²⁶ Many people look for favors from a ruler, but justice comes from the Lord.

³ A man that loueth wisdome, reioyceth his father: but he that feedeth harlots, wasteth his substance.

⁴ A King by iudgement mainteineth ye countrey: but a man receiuing giftes, destroyeth it.

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

⁶ In the transgression of an euill man is his snare: but the righteous doeth sing and reioyce.

⁷ The righteous knoweth the cause of the poore: but the wicked regardeth not knowledge.

⁸ Scornefull men bring a citie into a snare: but wise men turne away wrath.

⁹ If a wise man contend with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there is no rest.

¹⁰ Bloodie men hate him that is vpright: but the iust haue care of his soule.

¹¹ A foole powreth out all his minde: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterward.

¹² Of a prince that hearkeneth to lyes, all his seruants are wicked.

¹³ The poore and the vsurer meete together, and the Lord lighteneth both their eyes.

¹⁴ A King that iudgeth the poore in trueth, his throne shalbe established for euer.

¹⁵ The rodde and correction giue wisdome: but a childe set a libertie, maketh his mother ashamed.

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

¹⁷ Correct thy sonne and he will giue thee rest, and will giue pleasures to thy soule.

¹⁸ Where there is no vision, the people decay: but he that keepeth the Lawe, is blessed.

¹⁹ A seruant will not be chastised with words: though he vnderstand, yet he will not answere.

²⁰ Seest thou a man hastie in his matters? there is more hope of a foole, then of him.

²¹ He that delicately bringeth vp his seruant from youth, at length he will be euen as his sone.

²² An angrie man stirreth vp strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.

²³ The pride of a man shall bring him lowe: but the humble in spirit shall enioy glory.

²⁴ He that is partner with a thiefe, hateth his owne soule: he heareth cursing, and declareth it not.

²⁵ The feare of man bringeth a snare: but he that trusteth in the Lord, shalbe exalted.

²⁶ Many doe seeke the face of the ruler: but euery mans iudgement commeth from the Lord.

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

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

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

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

⁷ The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; the wicked understandeth not knowledge.

⁸ Scornful men set a city in a blaze; but wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.

¹⁰ The men of blood hate him that is sincere; and as for the upright, they seek his life.

¹¹ A fool spendeth all his spirit; but a wise man stilleth it within him.

¹² If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, all his servants are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor meet together; the LORD giveth light to the eyes of them both.

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 causeth shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall gaze upon their fall.

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

¹⁸ Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

¹⁹ A servant will not be corrected by words; for though he understand, there will be no response.

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

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

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

²³ A man's pride shall bring him low; but he that is of a lowly spirit shall attain to honour.

²⁴ Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.

²⁵ The fear of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be set up on high.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler's favour; but a man's judgment cometh from the LORD.

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

⁴ The king by judgment stablisheth 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.

³ The man that loveth wisdom causeth his father to rejoice; but he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his wealth.

⁴ A king will through the exercise of justice establish the welfare of a land; but one that loveth gifts overthroweth it.

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

⁶ In the transgression of a man there is an evil snare: but the righteous ever singeth and rejoiceth.

⁷ The righteous considereth the cause of the indigent: but the wicked will not understand the knowledge of justice.

⁸ Scornful men will kindle confusion in a town; but the wise turn away wrath.

⁹ If a wise man contend with a foolish man, whether he be angry or whether he laugh, he will have no rest.

¹⁰ Men of blood hate the guiltless one; but the upright seek to preserve his life.

¹¹ A fool uttereth all his mind; but the wise holdeth it back.

¹² If a ruler listen to the word of falsehood, all his servants become wicked.

¹³ The poor and the man of exactions meet together: the Lord enlighteneth the eyes of both of them.

¹⁴ When a king judgeth in truth the indigent, his throne shall stand firmly for ever.

¹⁵ The rod and reproof impart wisdom; but a lad abandoned to himself bringeth shame on his mother.

¹⁶ With the increase of the wicked transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall yet look on their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct thy son, and he will procure thee rest: yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.

¹⁸ Without a prophetic vision a people become unruly; but when it observeth the law, then will it be happy.

¹⁹ Not with words alone can a servant be corrected; for though he understand, there will be no response.

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

²¹ If one rear his servant delicately from his youth, then will he at length become as his son.

²² A man of anger stirreth up strife; and a man of fury aboundeth in transgression.

²³ The pride of a man will humble him; but the humble in spirit will attain to honor.

²⁴ Whoso divideth with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth the adjuration and dareth not to tell.

²⁵ The dread of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord will be upheld in safety.

²⁶ Many seek the favor of a ruler; but from the Lord cometh justice for man.

³ When a man loves wisdom, his father rejoices: But he that keeps harlots will waste wealth.

⁴ A righteous king establishes a country: But a transgressor destroys it.

⁵ He that prepares a net in the way of his own friend, Entangles his own feet in it.

⁶ A great snare is spread for a sinner: But the righteous shall be in joy and gladness.

⁷ A righteous man knows how to judge for the poor: But the ungodly understands not knowledge; And the poor man has not an understanding mind.

⁸ Lawless men burn down a city: But wise men turn away wrath.

⁹ A wise man shall judge nations: But a worthless man being angry laughs and fears not.

¹⁰ Bloody men hate a holy person, But the upright will seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool utters all his mind: But the wise reserves his in part.

¹² When a king hearkens to unjust language, All his subjects are transgressors.

¹³ When the creditor and debtor meet together, The Lord oversees them both.

¹⁴ When a king judges the poor in truth, His throne shall be established for a testimony.

¹⁵ Stripes and reproofs give wisdom: But an erring child disgraces his parents.

¹⁶ When the ungodly abound, sins abound: But when they fall, the righteous are warned.

¹⁷ Chasten thy son, and he shall give thee rest; And he shall give honor to thy soul.

¹⁸ There shall be no interpreter to a sinful nation: But he that observes the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A stubborn servant will not be reproved by words: For even if he understand, still he will not obey.

²⁰ If thou see a man hasty in his words, Know that the fool has hope rather than he.

²¹ He that lives wantonly from a child, shall be a servant, And in the end shall grieve over himself.

²² A furious man stirs up strife, And a passionate man digs up sin.

²³ Pride brings a man low, But the Lord upholds the humble minded with honor.

²⁴ He that shares with a thief, hates his own soul: And if any having heard an oath uttered tell not of it,

²⁵ They fearing and reverencing men unreasonably have been overthrown, But he that trusts in the Lord shall rejoice. Ungodliness causes a man to stumble: But he that trusts in his master shall be safe.

²⁶ Many wait on the favor of rulers; But justice comes to a man from the Lord.

³ He who loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he who is a companion of harlots destroyeth his substance.

⁴ A king by equity establisheth a land; But he who receiveth gifts overthroweth it.

⁵ A man who flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his feet.

⁶ In the transgression of a wicked man there is a snare; But the righteous shall sing and rejoice.

⁷ A righteous man careth for the cause of the poor; A wicked man discerneth not knowledge.

⁸ Scoffers kindle a city into a flame; But wise men pacify wrath.

⁹ If a wise man contend in a cause with a fool, Whether he rage or laugh, there will be no rest.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty man hateth the upright; But the righteous seek to preserve his life.

¹¹ A fool letteth all his anger come out; But a wise man keepeth it back.

¹² If a ruler listen to words of falsehood, All his servants become wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor meet together: The LORD giveth light to the eyes of them both.

¹⁴ The king that judgeth the poor with uprightness, His throne shall be established for ever.

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

¹⁶ When the wicked are powerful, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall see their fall.

¹⁷ Chastise thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight to thy soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no vision, the people become unruly; 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 obey.

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

²¹ He that bringeth up his servant delicately from childhood Shall have him become a son at the last.

²² An angry man stirreth up strife, And a passionate man aboundeth in transgression.

²³ A man's pride will bring him low; But he that is of a humble spirit shall obtain honor.

²⁴ He who shareth with a thief hateth himself: He heareth the curse, but maketh no discovery.

²⁵ The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

²⁶ Many are they who seek the ruler's favor; But every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.

³ Whoever 'ahav ·affectionately loves· wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by mishpat ·justice· makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the upright can sing and be glad.

⁷ The upright care about justice for the poor. The wicked are not concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Adonai gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the upright will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the Torah ·Teaching· is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains kavod ·weighty glory·.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He sh'ma ·hears obeys· an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Adonai is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s mishpat ·justice· comes from Adonai .

³ Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, but he who keeps company with prostitutes destroys his wealth.

⁴ The king establishes the land by justice, but the one who demands bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor is spreading a net for his feet.

⁶ In the sin of an evil person is a trap, but the righteous person sings and rejoices.

⁷ The righteous person knows the rights of the poor; the wicked person does not understand such knowledge.

⁸ Mockers set a city on fire, but those who are wise turn away wrath.

⁹ When a wise person has an argument with a fool, he rages and laughs, and there will be no rest.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate the one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool reveals all his anger, but a wise man holds it back and calms himself down.

¹² If a ruler pays attention to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

¹³ The poor person and the oppressor are similar, for Yahweh gives light to the eyes of them both.

¹⁴ If a king judges the poor by the truth, his throne will be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child freed from discipline puts his mother to shame.

¹⁶ When wicked people are in power, transgression increases, but righteous people will see the downfall of those wicked people.

¹⁷ Discipline your son and he will give you rest; he will bring delights into your life.

¹⁸ Where there is no prophetic vision the people run wild, but the one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A slave will not be corrected by words, for though he understands, there will be no response.

²⁰ See a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ One who pampers his slave from youth, at the end of it there will be trouble.

²² An angry person stirs up strife and a master of rage commits many sins.

²³ A person's pride brings him low, but one who has a humble spirit will be given honor.

²⁴ One who shares with a thief hates his own life; he hears the curse and says nothing.

²⁵ The fear of man makes a snare, but the one who trusts in Yahweh will be protected.

²⁶ Many are those who seek the face of the ruler, but from Yahweh is justice for a person.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbour spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honour.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favour, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

³ He that 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 neighbor 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 rageth or laugheth, there is no rest.

¹⁰ The blood-thirsty 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 hearkeneth to lies, all his servants are wicked.

¹³ The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD enlighteneth 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; yes, he shall give delight to 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 understandeth, 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 at length become his son.

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

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

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

²⁵ The fear of man bringeth a snare: but he who putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the Torah is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

³ Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

⁴ The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

⁵ A man who flatters his neighbour spreads a net for his feet.

⁶ An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

⁷ The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.

⁸ Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

⁹ If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

¹⁰ The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

¹¹ A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

¹² If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

¹³ The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.

¹⁴ The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

¹⁵ The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

¹⁶ When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

¹⁸ Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the Torah is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.

²⁰ Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

²¹ He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.

²² An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

²³ A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honour.

²⁴ Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

²⁵ The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

²⁶ Many seek the ruler’s favour, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

³ A man that loveth wisdom, maketh glad his father; but he that nourisheth a strumpet, shall lose his chattel or substance.

⁴ A just king raiseth up the land; an avaricious man shall destroy it.

⁵ A man that speaketh by flattering and feigned words to his friend, spreadeth abroad a net to his steps.

⁶ A snare shall wrap a wicked man doing sin; and a just or rightwise man shall praise, and make joy.

⁷ A just or rightwise man knoweth the cause of poor men; and an unpious man knoweth not knowing.

⁸ Men full of pestilence destroy a city; but wise men turn away strong vengeance.

⁹ If a wise man striveth with a fool, whether he be wroth, or laugh, he shall not find rest.

¹⁰ Men-quellers hate a simple man; but just or rightwise men seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool bringeth forth all his spirit; a wise man delayeth, and reserveth into time coming afterward.

¹² A prince that heareth willfully the words of leasing, shall have all his servants unfaithful.

¹³ A poor man and a lender met themselves; the Lord is the lightener of ever either.

¹⁴ If a king deemeth poor men in truth, his throne shall be made steadfast into without end.

¹⁵ A rod and chastising or discipline shall give wisdom; but a child, that is left to his own will, shameth his mother.

¹⁶ Great trespasses shall be multiplied in the multiplying of wicked men; and just or rightwise men shall see the fallings of them.

¹⁷ Teach thy son, and he shall comfort thee; and he shall give delights to thy soul.

¹⁸ When prophecy faileth, the people shall be destroyed; but he that keepeth the law, is blessed.

¹⁹ A servant may not be taught by words; for he understandeth that that thou sayest, and he despiseth to answer.

²⁰ Thou hast seen a man swift to speak; folly shall be hoped more than his amending or folly more is to be hoped for than the correction of him.

²¹ He that nourisheth his servant delicately from childhood, shall find him a rebel or unobedient afterward.

²² A wrathful man stirreth chidings; and he that is light to have indignation, shall be more inclined to sins.

²³ Lowness followeth a proud man; and glory shall up-take a meek man of spirit.

²⁴ He that taketh part with a thief, hateth his soul; he heareth a man charging greatly, and showeth not.

²⁵ He that dreadeth a man, shall fall soon; he that hopeth in the Lord, shall be raised up.

²⁶ Many men seek the face of the prince; and the doom of all men shall go forth of the Lord.

³ A man that loveth wisdom, maketh glad his father; but he that nourisheth a strumpet, shall lose his chattel. (A man who loveth wisdom, maketh his father glad; but he who feedeth a whore, shall lose his possessions.)

⁴ A just king raiseth up the land; an avaricious man shall destroy it.

⁵ A man that speaketh by flattering and feigned words to his friend, spreadeth abroad a net to his steps.

⁶ A snare shall wrap a wicked man doing sin; and a just man shall praise, and make joy. (A snare shall enwrap the wicked doing sin; but the righteous shall give praise, and make joy in their lives.)

⁷ A just man knoweth the cause of poor men; and an unpious man knoweth not knowing. (The righteous know of the concerns of the poor; but the wicked do not care to know.)

⁸ Men full of pestilence destroy a city; but wise men turn away strong vengeance.

⁹ If a wise man striveth with a fool, whether he be wroth, or laugh, he shall not find rest.

¹⁰ Men-quellers hate a simple man; but just men seek his soul. (Murderers hate honest people; but the righteous seek them out.)

¹¹ A fool bringeth forth all his spirit; a wise man delayeth, and reserveth into (the) time (to) coming afterward.

¹² A prince that heareth willfully the words of leasing, shall have all his servants unfaithful. (A ruler who willingly listeneth to lies, shall have servants who all be unfaithful./If a ruler willingly listeneth to lies, then all of his servants shall be unfaithful.)

¹³ A poor man and a lender met themselves; the Lord is the lightener of ever either. (A poor person and a lender met together; the Lord lighteneth the burdens of both of them.)

¹⁴ If a king deemeth poor men in truth, his throne shall be made steadfast into without end. (If a king judgeth the poor with honesty, his throne shall be made secure forever.)

¹⁵ A rod and chastising shall give wisdom; but a child, that is left to his own will, shameth his mother.

¹⁶ Great trespasses shall be multiplied in the multiplying of wicked men; and just men shall see the fallings of them. (Great trespasses shall be multiplied when the wicked rule; but the righteous shall see the falling of them.)

¹⁷ Teach thy son, and he shall comfort thee (or and he shall be a comfort to thee); and he shall give delights to thy soul.

¹⁸ When prophecy faileth, the people shall be destroyed; but he that keepeth the law, is blessed, (or but he who obeyeth the Law, is blessed).

¹⁹ A servant may not be taught (only) by words; for he understandeth that that thou sayest, and he despiseth to answer. (A servant will not be corrected with words alone; for he understandeth what thou sayest, but he still despiseth to answer thee.)

²⁰ Thou hast seen a man swift to speak; folly shall be hoped more than his amending. (Thou hast seen a person quick to speak; more shall be hoped of from a fool, than for that person’s correction.)

²¹ He that nourisheth his servant delicately from childhood, shall find him (a) rebel afterward. (He who delicately careth for his servant from childhood, shall find him to be rebellious later.)

²² A wrathful man stirreth chidings; and he that is light to have indignation, shall be more inclined to sins. (An angry person stirreth up arguments; and he who is quick to have indignation, shall be more inclined to sin.)

²³ Lowness followeth a proud man; and glory shall up-take a meek man of spirit. (Lowness followeth the proud; but honour shall come to those with a humble spirit.)

²⁴ He that taketh part with a thief, hateth his soul; he heareth a man charging greatly, and showeth not. (He who taketh part with a thief, hateth his own soul; he heareth someone telling many lies, but he declareth it not.)

²⁵ He that dreadeth a man, shall fall soon; he that hopeth in the Lord, shall be raised up. (He who feareth someone, shall soon fall; but he who hopeth in the Lord, shall be raised up.)

²⁶ Many men seek the face of the prince; and the doom of all men shall go forth of the Lord. (Many people seek favour from a leader; but for all people judgement, or justice, shall come from the Lord.)

³ A man loving wisdom rejoiceth his father, And a friend of harlots destroyeth wealth.

⁴ A king by judgment establisheth a land, And one receiving gifts throweth it down.

⁵ A man taking a portion above his neighbour, Spreadeth a net for his own steps.

⁶ In the transgression of the evil is a snare, And the righteous doth sing and rejoice.

⁷ The righteous knoweth the plea of the poor, The wicked understandeth not knowledge.

⁸ Men of scorning ensnare a city, And the wise turn back anger.

⁹ A wise man is judged by the foolish man, And he hath been angry, And he hath laughed, and there is no rest.

¹⁰ Men of blood hate the perfect, And the upright seek his soul.

¹¹ A fool bringeth out all his mind, And the wise till afterwards restraineth it.

¹² A ruler who is attending to lying words, All his ministers are wicked.

¹³ The poor and the man of frauds have met together, Jehovah is enlightening the eyes of them both.

¹⁴ a king that is judging truly the poor, His throne for ever is established.

¹⁵ A rod and reproof give wisdom, And a youth let away is shaming his mother.

¹⁶ In the multiplying of the wicked transgression multiplieth, And the righteous on their fall do look.

¹⁷ Chastise thy son, and he giveth thee comfort, Yea, he giveth delights to thy soul.

¹⁸ Without a Vision is a people made naked, And whoso is keeping the law, O his happiness!

¹⁹ By words a servant is not instructed though he understand, And there is nothing answering.

²⁰ Thou hast seen a man hasty in his words! More hope of a fool than of him.

²¹ Whoso is bringing up his servant delicately, from youth, At his latter end also he is continuator.

²² An angry man stirreth up contention, And a furious man is multiplying transgression.

²³ The pride of man humbleth him, And humility of spirit upholdeth honour.

²⁴ Whoso is sharing with a thief is hating his own soul, Execration he heareth, and telleth not.

²⁵ Fear of man causeth a snare, And the confident in Jehovah is set on high.

²⁶ Many are seeking the face of a ruler, And from Jehovah is the judgment of each.