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Proverbs 29:16

When the lawless become great, transgression increaseth, but, the righteous, shall behold, their ruin.

Proverbs 29:16 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible

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Proverbs 29:16 in other translations

KJV King James Version

When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

WEB World English Bible

When the wicked increase, sin increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.

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In context

13 The poor man and the man of usury, meet together, he that enlighteneth the eyes of them both, is Yahweh.

14 When a king judgeth faithfully the poor, his throne, to futurity, shall be established.

15 A rod with rebuke, giveth wisdom, but, a youth unrestrained, bringeth shame to his mother.

16 When the lawless become great, transgression increaseth, but, the righteous, shall behold, their ruin.

17 Correct thy son, that he may give thee rest, that he may give delight to thy soul.

18 Where there is no vision, a people is let loose, but, he that keepeth instruction, how happy is he!

19 By words, a servant will not be corrected, though he perceiveth, yet is there no answer.

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