| New King James Version | New American Standard Bible 1995 |
| 1He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. | 1A man who hardens his neck after much reproof Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy. |
| 2When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. | 2When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan. |
| 3Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth. | 3A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who keeps company with harlots wastes his wealth. |
| 4The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it. | 4The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it. |
| 5A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet. | 5A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps. |
| 6By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. | 6By transgression an evil man is ensnared, But the righteous sings and rejoices. |
| 7The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge. | 7The righteous is concerned for the rights of the poor, The wicked does not understand such concern. |
| 8Scoffers set a city aflame, But wise men turn away wrath. | 8Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger. |
| 9If a wise man contends with a foolish man, Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace. | 9When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, The foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest. |
| 10The bloodthirsty hate the blameless, But the upright seek his well-being. | 10Men of bloodshed hate the blameless, But the upright are concerned for his life. |
| 11A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. | 11A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back. |
| 12If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked. | 12If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers become wicked. |
| 13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. | 13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. |
| 14The king who judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. | 14If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever. |
| 15The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. | 15The rod and reproof give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother. |
| 16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall. | 16When the wicked increase, transgression increases; But the righteous will see their fall. |
| 17Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul. | 17Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul. |
| 18Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. | 18Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is he who keeps the law. |
| 19A servant will not be corrected by mere words; For though he understands, he will not respond. | 19A slave will not be instructed by words alone; For though he understands, there will be no response. |
| 20Do you see a man hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. | 20Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him. |
| 21He who pampers his servant from childhood Will have him as a son in the end. | 21He who pampers his slave from childhood Will in the end find him to be a son. |
| 22An angry man stirs up strife, And a furious man abounds in transgression. | 22An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression. |
| 23A man’s pride will bring him low, But the humble in spirit will retain honor. | 23A man's pride will bring him low, But a humble spirit will obtain honor. |
| 24Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing. | 24He who is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the oath but tells nothing. |
| 25The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the LORD shall be safe. | 25The fear of man brings a snare, But he who trusts in the LORD will be exalted. |
| 26Many seek the ruler’s favor, But justice for man comes from the LORD. | 26Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the LORD. |
| 27An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked. | 27An unjust man is abominable to the righteous, And he who is upright in the way is abominable to the wicked. |
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