1 He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. |
2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. |
3 Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth. |
4 The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it. |
5 A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet. |
6 By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. |
7 The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge. |
8 Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away wrath. |
9 If a wise man contends with a foolish man, Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace. |
10 The bloodthirsty hate the blameless, But the upright seek his well-being. |
11 A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. |
12 If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked. |
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. |
14 The king who judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. |
15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. |
16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall. |
17 Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul. |
18 Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. |
19 A servant will not be corrected by mere words; For though he understands, he will not respond. |
20 Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. |
21 He who pampers his servant from childhood Will have him as a son in the end. |
22 An angry man stirs up strife, And a furious man abounds in transgression. |
23 A man's pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor. |
24 Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing. |
25 The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe. |
26 Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the LORD. |
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. |