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16 When the wicked increase, transgression increases,
    but (A)the righteous will look upon their downfall.
17 (B)Discipline your son, and he will give you rest;
    he will give delight to your heart.
18 Where (C)there is no prophetic vision the people (D)cast off restraint,[a]
    but blessed is he who (E)keeps the law.

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  1. Proverbs 29:18 Or the people are discouraged

16 When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
    but the righteous will see their downfall.(A)

17 Discipline your children, and they will give you peace;
    they will bring you the delights you desire.(B)

18 Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint;
    but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.(C)

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