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Proverbs 29:14-16
International Standard Version
Proverbs 29:14-16
International Standard Version
14 When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor,
his throne will be established forever.
15 The rod and rebuke bestow wisdom,
but an undisciplined child[a] brings shame to his mother.
16 As the wicked grow powerful,[b] transgression increases,
but the righteous will observe their downfall.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:15 Lit. but a child left alone
- Proverbs 29:16 The Heb. lacks powerful
Proverbs 29:14-16
New International Version
Proverbs 29:14-16
New International Version
14 If a king judges the poor with fairness,
his throne will be established forever.(A)
15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.(B)
16 When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
but the righteous will see their downfall.(C)
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