Proverbs 28
Proverbs on Justice and Righteousness
1 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. Parallel theme: 1 Kings 15:28
3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.
4 They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them. Resurrection: Psalms 49:18, Matthew 3:7. Word: 1 Kings 18:18, 18:21, Matthew 14:4. Evil: Psalms 10:3. Parallel theme: Acts 15:2, Romans 1:32, Ephesians 5:11, 1 John 4:5 +5
5 Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things. Parallel theme: Psalms 92:6, John 7:17, James 1:5, 1 John 2:20, 2:27
6 Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich. Parallel theme: Proverbs 19:1, 19:22, 28:18
7 Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father. Parallel theme: Proverbs 29:3
8 He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor. Righteousness: Proverbs 13:22. Parallel theme: Proverbs 14:31, Exodus 22:25, Leviticus 25:36, Ecclesiastes 2:26, Ezekiel 18:8, 18:13, 18:17 +3
9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the lawLaw: תּוֹרָה (Torah). The Hebrew Torah (תּוֹרָה) means law or instruction—God's revealed will for His people. The Law includes moral, civil, and ceremonial commandments, revealing God's character and humanity's need for a Savior., even his prayer shall be abomination.
10 Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession. Righteousness: Proverbs 15:6, Matthew 6:33. Parallel theme: Proverbs 26:27, Galatians 2:4
11 The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. Parallel theme: Proverbs 18:17, 26:16, Romans 12:16
12 When righteousRighteous: צַדִּיק (Tzaddik). The Hebrew tzaddik (צַדִּיק) describes one who is righteous, just, or lawful—conforming to God's standard. From the root tzedek (צֶדֶק), meaning righteousness or justice. men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. Righteousness: Proverbs 11:10, 28:28, 29:2
13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. Sin: Job 31:33, 33:27. Parallel theme: Genesis 4:9, Psalms 51:10, Acts 26:20
14 Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief. Parallel theme: Proverbs 23:17, 29:1, Psalms 2:11, 95:8, 112:1, Isaiah 66:2, Jeremiah 32:40, Romans 11:20, Hebrews 4:1, 1 Peter 1:17 +5
15 As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
17 A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him. Blood: Genesis 9:6, 1 Kings 21:19. Parallel theme: Exodus 21:14
18 Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
19 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough. Parallel theme: Proverbs 12:11, Judges 9:4
20 A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. Faith: Nehemiah 7:2, Psalms 101:6, Revelation 2:10, 2:13. Sin: Proverbs 10:6. Blessing: Proverbs 20:21. Parallel theme: Proverbs 13:11, 17:5, 23:4, 28:22 +5
21 To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress. Good: Proverbs 18:5, 24:23. Parallel theme: Exodus 23:2, 23:8, Ezekiel 13:19
22 He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him. Evil: Proverbs 23:6. Parallel theme: Proverbs 28:20, 1 Timothy 6:9
23 He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue. Parallel theme: Psalms 141:5, Matthew 18:15
24 Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgressionTransgression: פֶּשַׁע (Pesha). The Hebrew pesha (פֶּשַׁע) means transgression or rebellion—willful violation of God's law. It implies deliberate revolt against divine authority: 'he was wounded for our transgressions' (Isaiah 53:5).; the same is the companion of a destroyer. Parallel theme: Proverbs 18:9, 19:26, 28:7, Judges 17:2
25 He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORDLord: יְהוָה / אֲדֹנָי (YHWH / Adonai). When 'LORD' appears in small capitals, it represents the Tetragrammaton YHWH (יְהוָה), God's personal covenant name meaning 'I AM.' When 'Lord' appears normally, it's Adonai (אֲדֹנָי), meaning 'my Lord,' emphasizing sovereignty. shall be made fat. Faith: Proverbs 29:25, Psalms 84:12. Creation: Proverbs 11:25, 13:4. Parallel theme: Proverbs 10:12, 13:10, 15:18, 21:24, 29:22, 1 Timothy 6:6 +5
26 He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. Faith: Proverbs 3:5, 2 Timothy 3:15. Parallel theme: 2 Kings 8:13, Job 28:28, Jeremiah 17:9, Romans 8:7, James 1:5 +2
27 He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. Curse: Proverbs 11:26. Parallel theme: Proverbs 11:24, 19:17, 22:9, Deuteronomy 15:7, 15:10
28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteousRighteous: צַדִּיק (Tzaddik). The Hebrew tzaddik (צַדִּיק) describes one who is righteous, just, or lawful—conforming to God's standard. From the root tzedek (צֶדֶק), meaning righteousness or justice. increase. Righteousness: Proverbs 28:12, 29:2. Parallel theme: Job 24:4