Proverbs 29:1-3

New International Reader's Version

29 Whoever still won’t obey after being warned many times
will suddenly be destroyed. Nothing can save them.

²When those who do right grow stronger, the people are glad.
But when those who do wrong become rulers, the people groan.

³A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad.
But a man who spends time with prostitutes wastes his father’s wealth.

Proverbs 29:1-3

New International Version

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

²When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;^(D)
when the wicked rule,^(E) the people groan.^(F)

³A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,^(G)
but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.^(H)

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