Proverbs 29:1–5

One who becomes stiff-necked,

after many reprimands

will be shattered instantly—

beyond recovery.s

2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice,

but when the wicked rule, people groan.t

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,u

but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.v

4 By justice a king brings stability to a land,w

but a person who demands “contributions”D

demolishes it.x

5 A person who flatters his neighbor

spreads a net for his feet.y