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Chapter 29

One who remains stubborn despite frequent reproof
    will suddenly be crushed beyond hope of repair.
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice,
    but they groan when the wicked ascend to power.
A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad,
    but a patron of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

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29 Whoever remains stiff-necked(A) after many rebukes
    will suddenly be destroyed(B)—without remedy.(C)

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;(D)
    when the wicked rule,(E) the people groan.(F)

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,(G)
    but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.(H)

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