Proverbs 28:1-28 ASV

[1] The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion. [2] For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. [3] A needy man that oppresseth the poor Is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. [4] They that forsake the law praise the wicked; But such as keep the law contend with them. [5] Evil men understand not justice; But they that seek Jehovah understand all things. [6] Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, Than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich. [7] Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father. [8] He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, Gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor. [9] He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. [10] Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, He shall fall himself into his own pit; But the perfect shall inherit good. [11] The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. [12] When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. [13] He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy. [14] Happy is the man that feareth alway; But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief. [15] As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, So is a wicked ruler over a poor people. [16] The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. [17] A man that is laden with the blood of any person Shall flee unto the pit; let no man stay him. [18] Whoso walketh uprightly shall be delivered; But he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once. [19] He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough. [20] A faithful man shall abound with blessings; But he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be unpunished. [21] To have respect of persons is not good; Neither that a man should transgress for a piece of bread. [22] He that hath an evil eye hasteth after riches, And knoweth not that want shall come upon him. [23] He that rebuketh a man shall afterward find more favor Than he that flattereth with the tongue. [24] Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression, The same is the companion of a destroyer. [25] He that is of a greedy spirit stirreth up strife; But he that putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be made fat. [26] He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool; But whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. [27] He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack; But he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. [28] When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; But when they perish, the righteous increase.