New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 28:9-15 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

9. If you don't pay attention to the law, even your prayers are hated.

10. Those who lead honest people down an evil path will fall into their own trap. But those who are without blame will receive good things.

11. Rich people may be wise in their own eyes. But a poor person who understands what is right knows what they are really like.

12. When godly people win, everyone is very happy. But when sinners take charge, everyone hides.

13. Anyone who hides his sins doesn't succeed. But anyone who admits his sins and gives them up finds mercy.

14. Blessed is the one who always has respect for the Lord. But anyone who is stubborn will get into trouble.

15. An evil person who rules over helpless people is like a roaring lion or an angry bear.