Proverbs 29:1

1 Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.

Proverbs 29:1 in Other Translations

KJV
1 He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
ESV
1 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.
NLT
1 Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.
MSG
1 For people who hate discipline and only get more stubborn, There'll come a day when life tumbles in and they break, but by then it'll be too late to help them.
CSB
1 One who becomes stiff-necked, after many reprimands will be broken suddenly- and without a remedy.

Proverbs 29:1 In-Context

1 Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.
2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4 By justice a king gives a country stability, but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.
5 Those who flatter their neighbors are spreading nets for their feet.

Cross References 3

  • 1. S Exodus 32:9; S Deuteronomy 9:27
  • 2. Jeremiah 19:15; Jeremiah 36:31; Habakkuk 2:7
  • 3. S 2 Chronicles 36:16; Proverbs 6:15
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