Proverbs 29

1: The man who remains stiff-necked and hates rebuke will be crushed suddenly beyond cure.

2: When the just prevail, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

3: He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but he who consorts with harlots squanders his wealth.

4: By justice a king gives stability to the land; but he who imposes heavy taxes ruins it.

5: The man who flatters his neighbor is spreading a net under his feet.

6: The wicked man steps into a snare, but the just man runs on joyfully.

7: The just man has a care for the rights of the poor; the wicked man has no such concern.

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13: The poor and the oppressor have a common bond, the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.

14: If a king is zealous for the rights of the poor, his throne stands firm forever.

15: The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a boy left to his whims disgraces his mother.

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17: Correct your son, and he will bring you comfort, and give delight to your soul.