1 A man that hardeneth his necke when he is rebuked, shall suddenly be destroyed and can not be cured. 2 When the righteous are in authoritie, the people reioyce: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people sigh. 3 A man that loueth wisdome, reioyceth his father: but he that feedeth harlots, wasteth his substance. 4 A King by iudgement mainteineth ye countrey: but a man receiuing giftes, destroyeth it. 5 A man that flattereth his neighbour, spreadeth a net for his steps. 6 In the transgression of an euill man is his snare: but the righteous doeth sing and reioyce. 7 The righteous knoweth the cause of the poore: but the wicked regardeth not knowledge. 8 Scornefull men bring a citie into a snare: but wise men turne away wrath. 9 If a wise man contend with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there is no rest. 10 Bloodie men hate him that is vpright: but the iust haue care of his soule. 11 A foole powreth out all his minde: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterward. 12 Of a prince that hearkeneth to lyes, all his seruants are wicked. 13 The poore and the vsurer meete together, and the Lord lighteneth both their eyes. 14 A King that iudgeth the poore in trueth, his throne shalbe established for euer. 15 The rodde and correction giue wisdome: but a childe set a libertie, maketh his mother ashamed. 16 When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth: but ye righteous shall see their fall. 17 Correct thy sonne and he will giue thee rest, and will giue pleasures to thy soule. 18 Where there is no vision, the people decay: but he that keepeth the Lawe, is blessed. 19 A seruant will not be chastised with words: though he vnderstand, yet he will not answere. 20 Seest thou a man hastie in his matters? there is more hope of a foole, then of him. 21 He that delicately bringeth vp his seruant from youth, at length he will be euen as his sone. 22 An angrie man stirreth vp strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression. 23 The pride of a man shall bring him lowe: but the humble in spirit shall enioy glory. 24 He that is partner with a thiefe, hateth his owne soule: he heareth cursing, and declareth it not. 25 The feare of man bringeth a snare: but he that trusteth in the Lord, shalbe exalted. 26 Many doe seeke the face of the ruler: but euery mans iudgement commeth from the Lord. 27 A wicked man is abomination to the iust, and he that is vpright in his way, is abomination to the wicked.
1 If you get more stubborn every time you are corrected, one day you will be crushed and never recover.
2 Show me a righteous ruler and I will show you a happy people. Show me a wicked ruler and I will show you a miserable people.
3 If you appreciate wisdom, your parents will be proud of you.
It is a foolish waste to spend money on prostitutes.
4 When the king is concerned with justice, the nation will be strong, but when he is only concerned with money, he will ruin his country.
5 If you flatter your friends, you set a trap for yourself.
6 Evil people are trapped in their own sins, while honest people are happy and free.
7 A good person knows the rights of the poor, but wicked people cannot understand such things.
8 People with no regard for others can throw whole cities into turmoil. Those who are wise keep things calm.
9 When an intelligent person brings a lawsuit against a fool, the fool only laughs and becomes loud and abusive.
10 Bloodthirsty people hate anyone who's honest, but righteous people will protect the life of such a person.
11 Stupid people express their anger openly, but sensible people are patient and hold it back.
12 If a ruler pays attention to false information, all his officials will be liars.
13 A poor person and his oppressor have this in common—the Lord gave eyes to both of them.
14 If a king defends the rights of the poor, he will rule for a long time.
15 Correction and discipline are good for children. If they have their own way, they will make their mothers ashamed of them.
16 When evil people are in power, crime increases. But the righteous will live to see the downfall of such people.
17 Discipline your children and you can always be proud of them. They will never give you reason to be ashamed.
18 A nation without God's guidance is a nation without order. Happy are those who keep God's law!
19 You cannot correct servants just by talking to them. They may understand you, but they will pay no attention.
20 There is more hope for a stupid fool than for someone who speaks without thinking.
21 If you give your servants everything they want from childhood on, some day they will take over everything you own.
22 People with quick tempers cause a lot of quarreling and trouble.
23 Arrogance will bring your downfall, but if you are humble, you will be respected.
24 A thief's partner is his own worst enemy. He will be punished if he tells the truth in court, and God will curse him if he doesn't.
25 It is dangerous to be concerned with what others think of you, but if you trust the Lord, you are safe.
26 Everybody wants the good will of the ruler, but only from the Lord can you get justice.
27 The righteous hate the wicked, and the wicked hate the righteous.