29:1 The one who hardens his neck after numerous rebukes will suddenly be destroyed without remedy.

29:2 When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.

29:3 The one who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but whoever associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.

• Refer to Sexual Stuff

29:4 A king brings stability to a land by justice, but one who exacts tribute tears it down.

• Refer to Rules for Kings

29:5 The one who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his steps.

29:6 In the transgression of an evil person there is a snare, but a righteous person can sing and rejoice.

29:7 The righteous person cares for the legal rights of the poor; the wicked does not understand such knowledge.

• Refer to Poor or Rich

29:8 Scornful people inflame a city, but those who are wise turn away wrath.

29:9 If a wise person goes to court with a foolish person, there is no rest whether he is angry or laughs.

29:10 Bloodthirsty people hate someone with integrity; as for the upright, they seek his life.

29:11 A fool lets out all his temper, but a wise person keeps it back.

29:12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his ministers will be wicked.

• Refer to Rules for Kings

29:13 The poor person and the oppressor have this in common: the Lord gives light to the eyes of them both.

29:14 If a king judges the poor in truth, his throne will be established forever.

• Refer to Rules for Kings

29:15 A rod and reproof imparts wisdom, but a child who is unrestrained brings shame to his mother.