New Living Translation

Proverbs 29:1-5 New Living Translation (NLT)

1. Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticismwill suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.

2. When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice.But when the wicked are in power, they groan.

3. The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.

4. A just king gives stability to his nation,but one who demands bribes destroys it.

5. To flatter friendsis to lay a trap for their feet.