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Verse 1

He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.

Verse 2

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

Verse 3

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

Verse 4

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

Verse 5

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

Verse 6

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

Verse 7

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

Verse 8

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

Verse 9

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

Verse 10

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

Verse 11

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

Verse 12

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

Verse 13

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

Verse 14

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

Verse 15

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

Verse 16

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

Verse 17

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

Verse 18

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

Verse 19

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

Verse 20

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

Verse 21

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

Verse 22

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

Verse 23

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

Verse 24

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

Verse 25

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

Verse 26

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

Verse 27

A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.

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