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Proverbs 29:16-18
New Catholic Bible
Proverbs 29:16-18
New Catholic Bible
16 When the wicked are in power, sins increase,
but the righteous will witness their downfall.
17 If you correct your son,[a] he will give you peace of mind
and bring delight to your soul.
18 Without prophecy the people become uncontrollable,
but blessed are those who keep the law.[b]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:17 Correct your son: teach him and train him (see Prov 13:24; 22:6).
- Proverbs 29:18 The Prophet was not only God’s spokesperson but also the people’s teacher and guide, leading them to keep the divine law. Blessed are those who keep the law: see note on Prov 31:28.
