Proverbs 29
Proverbs on Leadership and Discipline
1 He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. Parallel theme: Proverbs 6:15, 28:18, 1 Samuel 2:25, 1 Kings 22:28, Nehemiah 9:29, John 13:18, 13:26, Acts 1:18, 1:25, 1 Thessalonians 5:3 +5
2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. Righteousness: Proverbs 11:10, 28:12, 28:28. Evil: Ecclesiastes 10:5. Parallel theme: Esther 3:15, 8:15, Revelation 11:15 +2
3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance. Love: Proverbs 21:17. Parallel theme: Proverbs 6:26, 10:1, 15:20, 27:11, 28:7, Luke 15:13, 15:30 +3
4 The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. Judgment: Proverbs 20:8, 29:14, Micah 7:3. Kingdom: Daniel 11:20
5 A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet. Parallel theme: Proverbs 1:17, 7:5, 7:21, 20:19, 26:28, Job 17:5, Psalms 5:9, 12:2, Hosea 5:1, Romans 16:18 +5
6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice. Evil: Psalms 11:6, Ecclesiastes 9:12, 2 Timothy 2:26. Sin: Exodus 15:1. Righteousness: Psalms 97:11, 118:15
7 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. considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it. Evil: Jeremiah 5:28. Parallel theme: Proverbs 21:13, Job 29:16, 31:13, 31:21, Psalms 41:1, Galatians 6:1 +2
8 Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath. Judgment: Proverbs 16:14. Parallel theme: Proverbs 11:11, Jeremiah 15:1
9 If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. Parallel theme: Proverbs 26:4, Ecclesiastes 10:13
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. Parallel theme: Proverbs 12:16, 12:23, 14:33, 19:11, Judges 16:17, Amos 5:13, Micah 7:5 +2
12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked. Evil: Proverbs 20:8
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes. References Lord: Proverbs 22:2. Light: Psalms 13:3. Parallel theme: Matthew 5:45, Ephesians 2:1
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. Kingdom: Proverbs 16:12, 20:28, 25:5. Judgment: Proverbs 29:4, Isaiah 11:4
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. Parallel theme: Proverbs 10:1, 10:5, 13:24, 17:21, 17:25, 22:6, 22:15, 29:17 +3
16 When the wicked are multiplied, 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). increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall. Righteousness: Proverbs 29:2, Psalms 58:10. Evil: Psalms 37:34, 91:8, 92:11. Parallel theme: Psalms 37:36
17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul. Parallel theme: Proverbs 10:1, 13:24, 19:18, 22:15, 29:15
18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. Word: Proverbs 19:16, 1 Samuel 3:1, Hosea 4:6, Luke 11:28, James 1:25. Parallel theme: Exodus 32:25, Psalms 74:9, 119:2, Matthew 9:36, John 13:17 +5
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. Hope: Proverbs 26:12. Word: Ecclesiastes 5:2. Parallel theme: Proverbs 14:29, 21:5, 29:11, James 1:19
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 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).. Sin: Proverbs 10:12, 17:19. Parallel theme: Proverbs 14:17, 15:18, 22:24, 26:21, James 3:16 +2
23 A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. Spirit: Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 66:2. Parallel theme: Proverbs 11:2, 15:33, 18:12, Matthew 18:4, 23:12, Luke 14:11, 18:14, 1 Peter 5:5 +5
24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not. Sin: Proverbs 8:36, Leviticus 5:1. Parallel theme: Proverbs 15:32, Isaiah 1:23
25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso 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 safe. Faith: Proverbs 16:20, 30:5, 1 Chronicles 5:20, Psalms 118:8, 125:1, 1 Peter 1:21. References Lord: Proverbs 18:10. Parallel theme: Psalms 91:14, Luke 12:4, John 9:22 +5
26 Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgmentJudgment: מִשְׁפָּט (Mishpat). The Hebrew mishpat (מִשְׁפָּט) means judgment or justice—God's righteous decisions and ordinances. God is the Judge of all the earth who 'shall do right' (Genesis 18:25), executing perfect justice. cometh from the LORD. References Lord: Proverbs 16:7, 19:21, Nehemiah 1:11, Psalms 20:9, 62:12. Judgment: Isaiah 49:4, 1 Corinthians 4:4. Parallel theme: Proverbs 19:6, Genesis 43:14, Daniel 4:35 +5
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked. Evil: John 7:7. Parallel theme: Psalms 139:21, John 15:23, 1 John 3:13