Proverbs 29:1
American King James He, that being often reproved hardens his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
American Standard Version He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
King James He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
World English Bible He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.
Proverbs 29:2
American King James When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn.
American Standard Version When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
King James When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
World English Bible When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Proverbs 29:3
American King James Whoever loves wisdom rejoices his father: but he that keeps company with harlots spends his substance.
American Standard Version Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth `his' substance.
King James Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
World English Bible Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
Proverbs 29:4
American King James The king by judgment establishes the land: but he that receives gifts overthrows it.
American Standard Version The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
King James The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.
World English Bible The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.
Proverbs 29:5
American King James A man that flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
American Standard Version A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.
King James A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.
World English Bible A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
Proverbs 29:6
American King James In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous does sing and rejoice.
American Standard Version In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
King James In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
World English Bible An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.
Proverbs 29:7
American King James The righteous considers the cause of the poor: but the wicked regards not to know it.
American Standard Version The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know `it'.
King James The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it.
World English Bible The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.
Proverbs 29:8
American King James Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.
American Standard Version Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.
King James Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.
World English Bible Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.
Proverbs 29:9
American King James If a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
American Standard Version If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
King James If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
World English Bible If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
Proverbs 29:10
American King James The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
American Standard Version The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
King James The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
World English Bible The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.
Proverbs 29:11
American King James A fool utters all his mind: but a wise man keeps it in till afterwards.
American Standard Version A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.
King James A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
World English Bible A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.
Proverbs 29:12
American King James If a ruler listen to lies, all his servants are wicked.
American Standard Version If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
King James If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
World English Bible If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.
Proverbs 29:13
American King James The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lightens both their eyes.
American Standard Version The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.
King James The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
World English Bible The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.
Proverbs 29:14
American King James The king that faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
American Standard Version The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
King James The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
World English Bible The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.
Proverbs 29:15
American King James The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself brings his mother to shame.
American Standard Version The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
King James The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
World English Bible The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
Proverbs 29:16
American King James When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases: but the righteous shall see their fall.
American Standard Version When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
King James When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
World English Bible When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
Proverbs 29:17
American King James Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yes, he shall give delight to your soul.
American Standard Version Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.
King James Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
World English Bible Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.
Proverbs 29:18
American King James Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he.
American Standard Version Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
King James Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
World English Bible Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but one who keeps the law is blessed.
Proverbs 29:19
American King James A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
American Standard Version A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.
King James A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
World English Bible A servant can’t be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.
Proverbs 29:20
American King James See you a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
American Standard Version Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
King James Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
World English Bible Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
Proverbs 29:21
American King James He that delicately brings up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
American Standard Version He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at the last.
King James He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
World English Bible He who pampers his servant from youth will have him become a son in the end.
Proverbs 29:22
American King James An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression.
American Standard Version An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression.
King James An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.
World English Bible An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.
Proverbs 29:23
American King James A man's pride shall bring him low: but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit.
American Standard Version A man's pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor.
King James A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.
World English Bible A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor.
Proverbs 29:24
American King James Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own soul: he hears cursing, and denudes it not.
American Standard Version Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.
King James Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.
World English Bible Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.
Proverbs 29:25
American King James The fear of man brings a snare: but whoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
American Standard Version The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.
King James The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
World English Bible The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.
Proverbs 29:26
American King James Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment comes from the LORD.
American Standard Version Many seek the ruler's favor; But a man's judgment `cometh' from Jehovah.
King James Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.
World English Bible Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.
Proverbs 29:27
American King James An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.
American Standard Version An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous; And he that is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.
King James An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.
World English Bible A dishonest man detests the righteous, and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.