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Proverbs 29:9-19
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When a wise man argues with a foolish one, he meets anger and ridicule without relief.
10
Men of blood hate those who are pure and seek the life of the upright.
11
A fool gives vent to all his feelings, but the wise, thinking of afterwards, stills them.
12
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
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The poor and the oppressor have this in common: ADONAI gives light to the eyes of both.
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If a king steadfastly gives justice to the poor, his throne will be secure forever.
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The rod and rebuke give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame on his mother.
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When the wicked flourish, wrongdoing flourishes; but the righteous will witness their downfall.
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Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; yes, he will be your delight.
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Without a prophetic vision, the people throw off all restraint; but he who keeps Torah is happy.
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A slave can't be disciplined with words; he may understand, but he won't respond.
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Proverbs 29:9-19 Meaning and Commentary
INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 16
This chapter contains a prophecy of the ruin of the family of Baasha, and an account of his death, 1Ki 16:1-7, and of his son's reigning in his stead two years, who was slain by Zimri one of his captains, 1Ki 16:8-14, and who reigned but seven days, 1Ki 16:15-20, and the people being divided between Tibni and Omri, the party for the latter prevailed, and he was made king, and reigned twelve years, 1Ki 16:21-28, and was succeeded by his son Ahab, a very wicked prince, 1Ki 16:29-33, and the chapter is concluded with the rebuilding of Jericho, 1Ki 16:34.
Taken from John Gill's Exposition of the Bible
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.