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Chapter 29
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A man who hardens his neck after much reproof will suddenly be broken beyond remedy.
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When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, bt when a wicked man rules, people groan.
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A man who flatters his neighbor is spreading a net for his steps.
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By transgression an evil man is ensnared, but the righteous sings and rejoices.
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Scorners set a city aflame, but wise men turn away anger.
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When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, the foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest.
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Men of bloodshed hate the blameless, but the upright are concerned for his life.
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A fool always loses his temper, but a wise man holds it back.
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If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, all his ministers become wicked.
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The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.
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When the wicked increase, transgression increases; but the righteous will see their fall.
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Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; he will also delight your soul.
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Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, but happy is he who keeps the law.
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Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
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He who pampers his slave from childhood will in the end find him to be a son.
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An angry man stirs up strife, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.
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A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.
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The fear of man brings a snare, but he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted.
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Many seek the ruler’s favor, but justice for man comes from the LORD.
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An unjust man is abominable to the righteous, and he who is upright in the way is abominable to the wicked.