When the wicked increase, sin increases;
but the righteous will see their downfall.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 29:16 in context
Proverbs 29:13–19
13
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:
The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.
14
The king who fairly judges the poor,
his throne shall be established forever.
15
The rod of correction gives wisdom,
but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
16
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When the wicked increase, sin increases;
but the righteous will see their downfall.
17
Correct your son, and he will give you peace;
yes, he will bring delight to your soul.
18
Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint;
but one who keeps the law is blessed.
19
A servant can’t be corrected by words.
Though he understands, yet he will not respond.
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