| International Standard Version | Holman Christian Standard Bible |
| 1After many rebukes, the stiff-necked man will be broken incurably, without any warning. | 1One who becomes stiff-necked, after many reprimands will be shattered instantly-- beyond recovery. |
| 2As the righteous grow powerful, people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, people groan. | 2When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, people groan. |
| 3The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but anyone who consorts with immoral women squanders his wealth. | 3A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth. |
| 4A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin. | 4By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a man who demands "contributions" demolishes it. |
| 5A strong man who flatters his neighbor is setting a trap where he walks. | 5A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. |
| 6An evil man is trapped by transgression, but the righteous person sings and rejoices. | 6An evil man is caught by sin, but the righteous one sings and rejoices. |
| 7The righteous person is concerned about the poor; but the wicked don't understand what they need to know. | 7The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns. |
| 8Scornful men enflame a city, but the wise defuse anger. | 8Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger. |
| 9When a wise man has a dispute with a fool, the fool either rages or laughs without relief. | 9If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be ranting and raving but no resolution. |
| 10Bloodthirsty men hate the innocent person, but the upright show concern for his life. | 10Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person, but the upright care about him. |
| 11The fool vents all his feelings, but the wise person keeps them to himself. | 11A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man holds it in check. |
| 12When a ruler is listening to lies, all of his officials tend to become wicked. | 12If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. |
| 13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: the LORD gave them both eyes with which to see. | 13The poor and the oppressor have this in common: the LORD gives light to the eyes of both. |
| 14When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever. | 14A king who judges the poor with fairness-- his throne will be established forever. |
| 15The rod and rebuke bestow wisdom, but an undisciplined child brings shame to his mother. | 15A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a youth left to himself is a disgrace to his mother. |
| 16As the wicked grow powerful, transgression increases, but the righteous will observe their downfall. | 16When the wicked increase, rebellion increases, but the righteous will see their downfall. |
| 17Correct your son and he will comfort you; he will also delight your soul. | 17Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind and give you delight. |
| 18Without prophetic vision, people abandon restraint, but those who obey the Law are happy. | 18Without revelation people run wild, but one who listens to instruction will be happy. |
| 19By mere words a servant will not be corrected; even though he understands, there will be no response. | 19A slave cannot be disciplined by words; though he understands, he doesn't respond. |
| 20Do you see a man who speaks hastily? There is more hope for a fool than for him. | 20Do you see a man who speaks too soon? There is more hope for a fool than for him. |
| 21If you pamper a servant from his childhood, later on he'll become ungrateful. | 21A slave pampered from his youth will become arrogant later on. |
| 22An angry man stirs up arguments, and a hot-tempered man causes many transgressions. | 22An angry man stirs up conflict, and a hot-tempered man increases rebellion. |
| 23A person's pride will bring about his downfall, but the humble in spirit will gain honor. | 23A person's pride will humble him, but a humble spirit will gain honor. |
| 24A thief's accomplice hates himself; though testifying under oath, he reveals nothing. | 24To be a thief's partner is to hate oneself; he hears the curse but will not testify. |
| 25Fearing any human being is a trap, but confiding in the LORD keeps anyone safe. | 25The fear of man is a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected. |
| 26Many seek a ruler's favor, but justice for a man comes from the LORD. | 26Many seek a ruler's favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD. |
| 27The unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and whoever lives blamelessly is detestable to the wicked. | 27An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked. |
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