Proverbs 29:1-3

New Living Translation

29 Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism
will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.

²When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice.
But when the wicked are in power, they groan.

³The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,
but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.

Proverbs 29:1-3

New International Version

29 Whoever remains stiff-necked^(A) after many rebukes
will suddenly be destroyed^(B)—without remedy.^(C)

²When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;^(D)
when the wicked rule,^(E) the people groan.^(F)

³A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,^(G)
but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.^(H)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)