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Proverbs 29:16
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
Proverbs 29:16 · Webster 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 poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD enlighteneth both their eyes.
14 The 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 are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yes, he shall give delight to thy soul.
18 Where [there is] no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy [is] he.
19 A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understandeth, he will not answer.
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