| King James Bible | Holman Christian Standard Bible |
| 1He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. | 1One who becomes stiff-necked, after many reprimands will be shattered instantly-- beyond recovery. |
| 2When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. | 2When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, people groan. |
| 3Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance. | 3A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth. |
| 4The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. | 4By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a man who demands "contributions" demolishes it. |
| 5A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet. | 5A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. |
| 6In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice. | 6An evil man is caught by sin, but the righteous one sings and rejoices. |
| 7The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it. | 7The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns. |
| 8Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath. | 8Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger. |
| 9If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. | 9If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be ranting and raving but no resolution. |
| 10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul. | 10Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person, but the upright care about him. |
| 11A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards. | 11A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man holds it in check. |
| 12If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked. | 12If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. |
| 13The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes. | 13The poor and the oppressor have this in common: the LORD gives light to the eyes of both. |
| 14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. | 14A king who judges the poor with fairness-- his throne will be established forever. |
| 15The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. | 15A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a youth left to himself is a disgrace to his mother. |
| 16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall. | 16When the wicked increase, rebellion increases, but the righteous will see their downfall. |
| 17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul. | 17Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind and give you delight. |
| 18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. | 18Without revelation people run wild, but one who listens to instruction will be happy. |
| 19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. | 19A slave cannot be disciplined by words; though he understands, he doesn't respond. |
| 20Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him. | 20Do you see a man who speaks too soon? There is more hope for a fool than for him. |
| 21He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length. | 21A slave pampered from his youth will become arrogant later on. |
| 22An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression. | 22An angry man stirs up conflict, and a hot-tempered man increases rebellion. |
| 23A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. | 23A person's pride will humble him, but a humble spirit will gain honor. |
| 24Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not. | 24To be a thief's partner is to hate oneself; he hears the curse but will not testify. |
| 25The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. | 25The fear of man is a snare, but the one who trusts in the LORD is protected. |
| 26Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD. | 26Many seek a ruler's favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD. |
| 27An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination 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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