Provérbios 29

1 One who becomes stiff-necked,

after many reprimands

will be shattered instantly —

beyond recovery.  * 29:1 Pr 1:24–31; 6:14–15

2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice,

but when the wicked rule, people groan.  * 29:2 Ex 2:23; Est 8:15; Pr 11:10; 28:12,28

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,  * 29:3 Pr 10:1; 15:20; 23:24–25; 27:11; 28:7

but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.  * 29:3 Pr 5:9–10; 6:26; Lk 15:13,30

4 By justice a king brings stability to a land,  * 29:4 2Ch 9:8; Pr 29:14

but a person who demands "contributions"  * 29:4 The Hb word for contributions usually refers to offerings in worship.

demolishes it.  * 29:4 Pr 17:23

5 A person who flatters his neighbor

spreads a net for his feet.  * 29:5 Pr 26:28; 27:6; 28:23

6 An evil person is caught by sin,  * 29:6 Pr 12:13; 18:7; Ec 9:12

but the righteous one sings and rejoices.  * 29:6 Ex 15:1

7 The righteous person knows the rights  * 29:7 Lit justice of the poor,  * 29:7 Jb 29:16; Ps 41:1

but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

8 Mockers inflame a city,  * 29:8 Pr 11:11; 26:21; 29:22

but the wise turn away anger.

9 If a wise person goes to court with a fool,

there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.  * 29:9 Lit rest,* 29:9 Pr 26:4

10 Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,  * 29:10 Gn 4:5–8; 1Jn 3:12

but the upright care about him.  * 29:10 Or person, and seek the life of the upright

11 A fool gives full vent to his anger,  * 29:11 Lit spirit,* 29:11 Pr 12:16

but a wise person holds it in check.  * 29:11 Pr 16:32; 25:28

12 If a ruler listens to lies,  * 29:12 1Kg 22:8,21–23

all his officials will be wicked.

13 The poor and the oppressor have this in common:  * 29:13 Lit oppressor meet

the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.  * 29:13 Pr 22:2

14 A king who judges the poor with fairness —

his throne will be established forever.  * 29:14 Ps 72:4; Pr 16:12; 25:5; Is 11:4

15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom,  * 29:15 Pr 13:24; 22:15

but a youth left to himself  * 29:15 Lit youth sent away

is a disgrace to his mother.  * 29:15 Pr 10:1; 17:25

16 When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,

but the righteous will see their downfall.  * 29:16 Ps 37:34,36; 58:10; 91:8; 92:11

17 Discipline your child,  * 29:17 Pr 13:24 and it will bring you peace of mind

and give you delight.

18 Without revelation  * 29:18 Lit vision,* 29:18 1Sm 3:1; Ps 74:9; Am 8:11–12 people run wild,  * 29:18 Ex 32:25

but one who follows divine instruction will be happy.  * 29:18 Ps 119:2; Pr 8:32; Jn 13:17; Jms 1:25

19 A servant cannot be disciplined by words;

though he understands, he doesn’t respond.  * 29:19 Mt 18:17

20 Do you see someone who speaks too soon?  * 29:20 Lv 5:4; Jdg 11:30–31,34; Pr 10:19; 17:27; 19:2; 20:25

There is more hope for a fool than for him.  * 29:20 Pr 26:12

21 A servant pampered from his youth

will become arrogant  * 29:21 Hb obscure later on.

22 An angry person stirs up conflict,

and a hot-tempered one  * 29:22 Lit a master of rage increases rebellion.  * 29:22 Pr 15:18; 26:21; 28:25

23 A person’s pride will humble him,  * 29:23 2Sm 22:28; Mt 23:12; Jms 4:6

but a humble spirit will gain honor.  * 29:23 Pr 11:2; 15:33; 18:12; 22:4

24 To be a thief’s partner is to hate oneself;

he hears the curse but will not testify.  * 29:24 Lv 5:1; Jos 7:19; Zch 5:3–4; Jn 9:24

25 The fear of mankind is a snare,  * 29:25 Gn 12:12; 20:2; 1Sm 13:11; Lk 12:4; Jn 12:42–43

but the one who trusts in the  Lord is protected.  * 29:25 Lit raised high,* 29:25 Pr 14:27; 18:10

26 Many desire a ruler’s favor,  * 29:26 Pr 16:15; 19:6

but a person receives justice from the  Lord.  * 29:26 Is 49:4; 1Co 4:4–5

27 An unjust person is detestable to the righteous,

and one whose way is upright

is detestable to the wicked.  * 29:27 Pr 29:10; Mt 10:22; Jn 15:18; 1Jn 3:13