New American Standard Bible

Proverbs 29:3-9 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

3. A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who keeps company with harlots wastes his wealth.

4. The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.

5. A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps.

6. By transgression an evil man is ensnared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.

7. The righteous is concerned for the rights of the poor, The wicked does not understand such concern.

8. Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.

9. When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, The foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest.