Proverbs 29:26
World English Bible
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21 He who pampers his servant from youth Will have him become a son in the end.
22 An angry man stirs up strife, And a wrathful man abounds in sin.
23 A man`s pride brings him low, But one who is of a lowly spirit gains honor.
24 Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul. He takes an oath, but dares not testify.
25 The fear of man proves to be a snare, But whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.
26 Many seek the ruler`s favor, But a man`s justice comes from Yahweh.
27 A dishonest man detests the righteous, And the upright in their ways detest the wicked.