American Standard Version

Proverbs 28:11-20 American Standard Version (ASV)

11. The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

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

13. He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper: But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

14. Happy is the man that feareth alway; But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

15. As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, So is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

16. The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

17. A man that is laden with the blood of any person Shall flee unto the pit; let no man stay him.

18. Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered; But he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.

19. He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

20. A faithful man shall abound with blessings; But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished.