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Proverbs 29:16

American Standard Version

When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.

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Proverbs 29:16 in other translations

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

Proverbs 29:16 · World English Bible

Proverbs 29:16 in context

  1. 14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
  2. 15The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
  3. 16When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.
  4. 17Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.
  5. 18Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.