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Proverbs 29
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1He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
1Someone who stubbornley refuses to listen when corrected will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.
2When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
2When good people are in power, the people are happy; but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.
3Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.
3A son who loves wisdom makes his father happy, but a man who spends time with prostitutes wastes all his money.
4The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
4A king brings stability to his country by being fair, but a ruler who demands heavy taxes ruins it.
5A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.
5A person who flatters his neighbor is really just spreading a trap for his feet.
6In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
6An evil person is trapped by their own sin, but a righteous person sings and rejoices.
7The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know it.
7Good people care about the rights of the poor, but the wicked have no interest in understanding such things.
8Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.
8Mockers can stir up a whole city into a riot, but wise people calm things down and turn away anger.
9If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
9When a wise person takes a fool to court, the fool just rants and laughs; there is no peace.
10The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
10Bloodthirsty people hate those who are honest, but good people try to save the lives of the upright.
11A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.
11A fool lets out all his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control and stays calm.
12If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
12If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will become corrupt.
13The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.
13The poor man and the person who treats him badly have this in common: the LORD gives sight to both of them.
14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
14If a king is fair when he judges the poor, his throne will be secure forever.
15The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
15Physical discipline and correction give a child wisdom, but a child left to do whatever he wants brings shame to his mother.
16When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
16When the wicked are in power, sin increases, but the righteous will live to see their downfall.
17Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.
17Discipline your son and he will give you peace of mind; he will bring delight to your soul.
18Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
18Where there is no guidance from God, people run wild; but those who obey God's law are truly happy.
19A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.
19Correction cannot be done with words alone for a servant; even if he understands, he won't respond.
20Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
20Do you see someone who speaks before they think? There is more hope for a fool than for them.
21He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at the last.
21If you pamper a servant from his youth, he will end up being ungrateful and acting like a son in the end.
22An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression.
22An angry person stirs up conflict, and someone with a hot temper commits many sins.
23A man’s pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor.
23A person's pride will bring them down, but someone with a humble spirit will receive honor.
24Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.
24If you are a partner to a thief, you are your own worst enemy; you hear the call to testify but say nothing.
25The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.
25Being afraid of people is a trap, but whoever trusts in the LORD will be kept safe.