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Proverbs 28

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1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion.

2 When a land transgresses it has many rulers; but with men of understanding and knowledge its stability will long continue.

3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food.

4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law strive against them.

5 Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD understand it completely.

6 Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is perverse in his ways.

7 He who keeps the law is a wise son, but a companion of gluttons shames his father.

8 He who augments his wealth by interest and increase gathers it for him who is kind to the poor.

9 If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

10 He who misleads the upright into an evil way will fall into his own pit; but the blameless will have a goodly inheritance.

11 A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out.

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

13 He who conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.

14 Blessed is the man who fears the LORD always; but he who hardens his heart will fall into calamity.

15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor; but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

17 If a man is burdened with the blood of another, let him be a fugitive until death; let no one help him.

18 He who walks in integrity will be delivered, but he who is perverse in his ways will fall into a pit.

19 He who tills his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits will have plenty of poverty.

20 A faithful man will abound with blessings, but he who hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.

21 To show partiality is not good; but for a piece of bread a man will do wrong.

22 A miserly man hastens after wealth, and does not know that want will come upon him.

23 He who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than he who flatters with his tongue.

24 He who robs his father or his mother and says, "That is no transgression," is the companion of a man who destroys.

25 A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will be enriched.

26 He who trusts in his own mind is a fool; but he who walks in wisdom will be delivered.

27 He who gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes will get many a curse.

28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves, but when they perish, the righteous increase.

Good News Translation GNT

1 The wicked run when no one is chasing them, but an honest person is as brave as a lion.

2 When a nation sins, it will have one ruler after another. But a nation will be strong and endure when it has intelligent, sensible leaders.

3 Someone in authority who oppresses poor people is like a driving rain that destroys the crops.

4 If you have no regard for the law, you are on the side of the wicked; but if you obey it, you are against them.

5 Evil people do not know what justice is, but those who worship the Lord understand it well.

6 Better to be poor and honest than rich and dishonest.

7 Young people who obey the law are intelligent. Those who make friends with good-for-nothings are a disgrace to their parents.

8 If you get rich by charging interest and taking advantage of people, your wealth will go to someone who is kind to the poor.

9 If you do not obey the law, God will find your prayers too hateful to hear.

10 If you trick an honest person into doing evil, you will fall into your own trap. The innocent will be well rewarded.

11 Rich people always think they are wise, but a poor person who has insight into character knows better.

12 When good people come to power, everybody celebrates, but when bad people rule, people stay in hiding.

13 You will never succeed in life if you try to hide your sins. Confess them and give them up; then God will show mercy to you.

14 Always obey the Lord and you will be happy. If you are stubborn, you will be ruined.

15 Poor people are helpless against a wicked ruler; he is as dangerous as a growling lion or a prowling bear.

16 A ruler without good sense will be a cruel tyrant. One who hates dishonesty will rule a long time.

17 Someone guilty of murder is digging his own grave as fast as he can. Don't try to stop him.

18 Be honest and you will be safe. If you are dishonest, you will suddenly fall.

19 A hard-working farmer has plenty to eat. People who waste time will always be poor.

20 Honest people will lead a full, happy life. But if you are in a hurry to get rich, you are going to be punished.

21 Prejudice is wrong. But some judges will do wrong to get even the smallest bribe.

22 Selfish people are in such a hurry to get rich that they do not know when poverty is about to strike.

23 Correct someone, and afterward he will appreciate it more than flattery.

24 Anyone who thinks it isn't wrong to steal from his parents is no better than a common thief.

25 Selfishness only causes trouble. You are much better off to trust the Lord.

26 It is foolish to follow your own opinions. Be safe, and follow the teachings of wiser people.

27 Give to the poor and you will never be in need. If you close your eyes to the poor, many people will curse you.

28 People stay in hiding when the wicked come to power. But when they fall from power, the righteous will rule again.