Lockman - Bible questions and answers

		Prov 29:1 He who hardens his neck and refuses instruction after being often reproved (corrected, criticized), Will suddenly be broken beyond repair.
		Prov 29:2 When the righteous are in authority and become great, the people rejoice; But when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh.
		Prov 29:3 A man who loves [skillful and godly] wisdom makes his father joyful, But he who associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.
		Prov 29:4 The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.
		Prov 29:5 A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.
		Prov 29:6 By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped, But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
		Prov 29:7 The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor, But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge. [Job 29:16; 31:13; Ps 41:1]
		Prov 29:8 Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble], But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].
		Prov 29:9 If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man, The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).
		Prov 29:10 The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity], But the upright are concerned for his life. [Gen 4:5, 8; 1 John 3:12]
		Prov 29:11 A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
		Prov 29:12 If a ruler pays attention to lies [and encourages corruption], All his officials will become wicked.
		Prov 29:13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. [Prov 22:2]
		Prov 29:14 If a king faithfully and truthfully judges the poor, His throne shall be established forever.
		Prov 29:15 The rod and reproof (godly instruction) give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.
		Prov 29:16 When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases, But the righteous will see the downfall of the wicked.
		Prov 29:17 Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; Yes, he will delight your soul.
		Prov 29:18 Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained; But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God]. [1 Sam 3:1; Amos 8:11, 12]
		Prov 29:19 A servant will not be corrected by words alone; For though he understands, he will not respond [nor pay attention].
		Prov 29:20 Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]? There is more hope for a [thickheaded] fool than for him.
		Prov 29:21 He who pampers his slave from childhood Will find him to be a son in the end.
		Prov 29:22 An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered and undisciplined man commits many transgressions.
		Prov 29:23 A man's pride and sense of self-importance will bring him down, But he who has a humble spirit will obtain honor. [Prov 15:33; 18:12; Is 66:2; Dan 4:30; Matt 23:12; James 4:6, 10; 1 Pet 5:5]
		Prov 29:24 Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the curse [when swearing an oath to testify], but discloses nothing [and commits perjury by omission].
		Prov 29:25 The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the LORD will be exalted and safe.
		Prov 29:26 Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the LORD.
		Prov 29:27 An unjust man is repulsive to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way [of the LORD] is repulsive to the wicked.

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