New American Bible, Revised Edition

Proverbs 29:1-6 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

1. Those stiff-necked in the face of reproofin an instant will be shattered beyond cure.

2. When the just flourish, the people rejoice;but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

3. Whoever loves wisdom gives joy to his father,but whoever consorts with harlots squanders his wealth.

4. By justice a king builds up the land;but one who raises taxes tears it down.

5. Those who speak flattery to their neighborcast a net at their feet.

6. The sin of the wicked is a trap,but the just run along joyfully.