New English Translation

Proverbs 29:9-12 New English Translation (NET)

9. If a wise person goes to court with a foolish person,there is no peace whether he is angry or laughs.

10. Bloodthirsty people hate someone with integrity;as for the upright, they seek his life.

11. A fool lets fly with all his temper,but a wise person keeps it back.

12. If a ruler listens to lies,all his ministers will be wicked.