Proverbs 28
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1The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.1The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions.
2A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.2When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.
3A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.3A poor person who oppresses the poor is like a pounding rain that destroys the crops.
4Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them.4To reject the law is to praise the wicked; to obey the law is to fight them.
5Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully.5Evil people don’t understand justice, but those who follow the LORD understand completely.
6Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse.6Better to be poor and honest than to be dishonest and rich.
7A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.7Young people who obey the law are wise; those with wild friends bring shame to their parents.
8He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.8Income from charging high interest rates will end up in the pocket of someone who is kind to the poor.
9Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.9God detests the prayers of a person who ignores the law.
10He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will inherit what is good.10Those who lead good people along an evil path will fall into their own trap, but the honest will inherit good things.
11A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.11Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.
12When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.12When the godly succeed, everyone is glad. When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding.
13He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.13People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.
14Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.14Blessed are those who fear to do wrong, but the stubborn are headed for serious trouble.
15Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.15A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor as a roaring lion or an attacking bear.
16A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.16A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people, but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
17A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.17A murderer’s tormented conscience will drive him into the grave. Don’t protect him!
18He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.18The blameless will be rescued from harm, but the crooked will be suddenly destroyed.
19The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.19A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies ends up in poverty.
20A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished.20The trustworthy person will get a rich reward, but a person who wants quick riches will get into trouble.
21To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.21Showing partiality is never good, yet some will do wrong for a mere piece of bread.
22A stingy man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him.22Greedy people try to get rich quick but don’t realize they’re headed for poverty.
23He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue.23In the end, people appreciate honest criticism far more than flattery.
24He who robs his father or mother, saying, “It is not wrong,” is a companion to the man who destroys.24Anyone who steals from his father and mother and says, “What’s wrong with that?” is no better than a murderer.
25A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.25Greed causes fighting; trusting the LORD leads to prosperity.
26He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe.26Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe.
27Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.27Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed.
28When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish.28When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding. When the wicked meet disaster, the godly flourish.
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