Popular Bible Verses from Proverbs 29

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The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the LORD will be exalted and safe.

Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained; But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God]. [1 Sam 3:1; Amos 8:11, 12]

A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.

The rod and reproof (godly instruction) give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.

Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; Yes, he will delight your soul.

A man’s pride and sense of self-importance will bring him down, But he who has a humble spirit will obtain honor. [Prov 15:33; 18:12; Is 66:2; Dan 4:30; Matt 23:12; James 4:6, 10; 1 Pet 5:5]

An angry man stirs up strife, And a hot-tempered and undisciplined man commits many transgressions.

Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]? There is more hope for a [thickheaded] fool than for him.