Proverbs, 29
16. When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases; but the righteous will look upon their downfall.
16. When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases; but the righteous will look upon their downfall.
Chapter 29 of the Book of Proverbs deals mainly on justice and its consequences, as well as wisdom and foolishness. It also addresses the theme of the correction and discipline of children. The following verses are related to these themes:
Proverbs 11:18: "The wicked receives misleading salary, but what sows justice will have a certain reward." This verse emphasizes the importance of justice and shows the difference between the consequences for those who act precisely and to those who are unfair.
Proverbs 12:1: "He who loves instruction loves knowledge, but what hates rebuke is stupid." This verse highlights the importance of correction and discipline for personal growth and development, especially in search of wisdom.
Proverbs 14:16: "The wise fears, and deviates from evil, but the fool is crisp, and is insured." This verse talks about the wisdom of avoiding evil and the consequences of acting impulsively.
Proverbs 17:10: "The rebuke penetrates more deeply in the prudent than a hundred whipping at the fool." This verse highlights the importance of correction in our lives and that it is more effective for those who are wise and seek to learn.
Proverbs 19:18: "Punish your Son as long as there is hope, but you do not let you kill you." This verse talks about the importance of children's discipline and correction, showing that it is better to do so while there is still a chance for change and growth.
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