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Proverbs 29:16

Proverbs chapter 29 · verse 16 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

Context

v.15The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.

v.16This passage

v.17Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Psalms 37:34

    Wait for Jehovah, and keep his way, And he will exalt thee to inherit the land: When the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it.

  • Psalms 92:11

    Mine eye also hath seen my desireon mine enemies, Mine ears have heard my desire of the evil-doers that rise up against me.

  • Psalms 37:36

    But one passed by, and, lo, he was not: Yea, I sought him, but he could not be found.

  • Revelation 18:20

    Rejoice over her, thou heaven, and ye saints, and ye apostles, and ye prophets; for God hath judged your judgment on her.

  • Psalms 91:8

    Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold, And see the reward of the wicked.

  • Proverbs 29:2

    When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.