Proverbs 28:10-20

10 Whoever misleads those who do right onto an evil path will fall into their own pit, but the blameless will inherit good things.
11 Rich people think they are wise, but an insightful poor person sees through them.
12 When the righteous rejoice, there is great respect, but people hide when the wicked prosper.
13 Those who hide their sins won't succeed, but those who confess and give them up will receive mercy.
14 Happy are those who are continually fearful, but those whose hearts are hard fall into trouble.
15 A wicked ruler over the poor is like a growling lion or a prowling bear.
16 A prince without understanding is a cruel oppressor, but one who hates unjust gain will live long.
17 If someone feels guilty about murder, don't hold them back from fleeing to the pit.
18 Those who walk in innocence will be saved, but those who go on twisted paths will fall into the grave.
19 Those who work the land will have plenty to eat, but those with worthless pursuits will have plenty of poverty.
20 Reliable people will have abundant blessings, but those with get-rich-quick schemes won't go unpunished.

Proverbs 28:10-20 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 15

In this chapter we have a short history of the reign of Abijam, 1Ki 15:1-8 and of Asa, 1Ki 14:9-24, both kings of Judah; and of the reigns of Nadab the son of Jeroboam, and of Baasha, who destroyed his family, both kings of Israel, 1Ki 15:25-34.

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