Proverbs 29:7-13 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

7. The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

8. Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.

9. If a wise man goes to court with a fool,there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.

10. Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person, but the upright care about him.

11. A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man holds it in check.

12. If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

13. The poor and the oppressor have this in common: the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.

Proverbs 29