Proverbs 29:16
When evil men are in power, wrongdoing is increased; but the upright will have pleasure when they see their downfall.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
In Context
17Give your son training, and he will give you rest; he will give delight to your soul.
Cross References
Psalms 37:34Be waiting for the Lord, and keep his way; and you will be lifted up, and have the land for your heritage: when the evil-doers are cut off, you will see it.
Psalms 58:10\58:9\Before they are conscious of it, let them be cut down like thorns; let a strong wind take them away like waste growth.
Psalms 92:9\92:8\But you, O Lord, are on high for ever.
Psalms 112:8His heart is resting safely, he will have no fear, till he sees trouble come on his haters.
Revelation 15:4What man is there who will not have fear before you, O Lord, and give glory to your name? because you only are holy; for all the nations will come and give worship before you; for your righteousness has been made clear.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 29:16
Parental Discipline. 15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame. Parents, in educating their children, must consider, 1. The benefit of due correction. They must not only tell their children what is good and evil, but they must chide them, and correct them too, if need be, when they either neglect that which is good or do that which is evil. If a reproof will serve without the rod, it is well, but the rod must never be used without a rational and grave reproof; and… Read the whole commentary →