Proverbs 28

1 The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion.NHEB — Proverbs 28:1

2 In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.NHEB — Proverbs 28:2

3 A needy man who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.NHEB — Proverbs 28:3

4 Those who forsake the Law praise the wicked; but those who keep the Law contend with them.NHEB — Proverbs 28:4

5 Evil men do not understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.NHEB — Proverbs 28:5

6 Better is the poor who walks in his integrity, than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.NHEB — Proverbs 28:6

7 Whoever keeps the Law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.NHEB — Proverbs 28:7

8 He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.NHEB — Proverbs 28:8

9 He who turns away his ear from hearing the Law, even his prayer is an abomination.NHEB — Proverbs 28:9

10 Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.NHEB — Proverbs 28:10

11 The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.NHEB — Proverbs 28:11

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.NHEB — Proverbs 28:12

13 He who conceals his sins doesn't prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.NHEB — Proverbs 28:13

14 Blessed is the man who is always reverent; but the one who hardens his heart will fall into evil.NHEB — Proverbs 28:14

15 As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.NHEB — Proverbs 28:15

16 A prince who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will prolong his days.NHEB — Proverbs 28:16

17 A man who is tormented by life blood will be a fugitive until death; no one will support him.NHEB — Proverbs 28:17

18 Whoever walks blamelessly is kept safe; but one with perverse ways will fall suddenly.NHEB — Proverbs 28:18

19 One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.NHEB — Proverbs 28:19

20 A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.NHEB — Proverbs 28:20

21 To show partiality is not good; yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.NHEB — Proverbs 28:21

22 A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn't know that poverty waits for him.NHEB — Proverbs 28:22

23 One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.NHEB — Proverbs 28:23

24 Whoever robs his father or his mother, and says, "It's not wrong." He is a partner with a destroyer.NHEB — Proverbs 28:24

25 One who is greedy stirs up strife; but one who trusts in the LORD will prosper.NHEB — Proverbs 28:25

26 One who trusts in himself is a fool; but one who walks in wisdom is kept safe.NHEB — Proverbs 28:26

27 One who gives to the poor has no lack; but one who closes his eyes will have many curses.NHEB — Proverbs 28:27

28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous thrive.NHEB — Proverbs 28:28