Proverbs 29:9-15 New English Translation (NET)

9. If a wise person goes to court with a foolish person,there is no peace whether he is angry or laughs.

10. Bloodthirsty people hate someone with integrity;as for the upright, they seek his life.

11. A fool lets fly with all his temper,but a wise person keeps it back.

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

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

14. If a king judges the poor in truth,his throne will be established forever.

15. A rod and reproof impart wisdom,but a child who is unrestrained brings shame to his mother.

Proverbs 29