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Proverbs 29:16
When the wicked increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.
Proverbs 29:16 · Darby Bible
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Proverbs 29:16 in other translations
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
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In context
13 The indigent and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.
14 A king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.
16 When the wicked increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.
17 Chasten thy son, and he shall give thee rest, and shall give delight unto thy soul.
18 Where there is no vision the people cast off restraint; but happy is he that keepeth the law.
19 A servant is not corrected by words: he understandeth indeed, but he will not answer.
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