Proverbs 29:16
When the wicked increase, rebellious breach of relationships increases; 2 but the upright will see their downfall. 1
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In The King James Version
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
In Context
15The rod of correction gives wisdom, 2 but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother. 1
17Correct your son, and he will give you peace; 2 yes, he will bring delight to your soul. 1
Cross References
Psalms 37:34ק Wait for Adonai, and keep his way, 2 and he will exalt you to inherit the land. 2 When the wicked are cut off, you shall see it. 1
Psalms 58:10The upright shall rejoice when he sees the vengeance. 2 He shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked; 1
Psalms 92:9For, behold, your enemies, Adonai, 2 for, behold, your enemies shall perish. 2 All those who practice vain striving of iniquity will be scattered. 1
Psalms 112:8ס His heart is established. 2 ע He will not be afraid in the end when he sees his adversaries. 1
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 →