Proverbs 29:16

Old Testament Wisdom/Poetry ASV (1901)

When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

Proverbs 29:16 — American Standard Version

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Context — Proverbs 29

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13The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.

14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.

15The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.

16When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

17Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.

18Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

19A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.

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