Sprueche 29
Hoffnung für Alle
Ein Volk braucht weise Menschen
29 Wer oft ermahnt wird und trotzdem eigensinnig bleibt, der findet plötzlich ein schreckliches Ende – ohne jede Hoffnung auf Rettung!
2 Wenn es viele Menschen gibt, die Gott gehorchen, dann freut sich ein Volk. Wenn aber ein gottloser Herrscher regiert, dann kann es nur noch stöhnen.
3 Wenn du Weisheit liebst, machst du deinen Eltern Freude. Wenn du dich mit Huren einlässt, verschleuderst du dein Vermögen!
4 Wenn ein König das Recht beachtet, lebt sein Volk in Sicherheit und Frieden; doch wenn er immer neue Steuern aus ihnen herauspresst, richtet er das Land zugrunde.
5 Wer andere mit schmeichelnden Worten umgarnt, breitet ein Fangnetz vor ihren Füßen aus.
6 Der Böse verstrickt sich immer tiefer in seine Schuld; wer aber Gott gehorcht, singt vor Freude und Glück!
7 Wer Gott liebt, der achtet die Rechte der Armen; doch der Gottlose will nichts davon wissen.
8 Spötter bringen die ganze Stadt in Aufruhr, weise Menschen jedoch machen dem Ärger ein Ende.
9 Wenn ein verständiger Mensch mit einem Dummkopf vor Gericht geht, dann lacht dieser nur, oder er fängt an zu toben – aber sagen lässt er sich nichts!
10 Blutdurstige Menschen hassen alle Unschuldigen; ehrliche Menschen aber setzen alles ein, um das Leben der Unschuldigen zu retten.
11 Nur ein Dummkopf lässt seinem Zorn freien Lauf, ein Verständiger hält seinen Unmut zurück.
12 Wenn ein Herrscher auf die Worte von Lügnern hört, sind auch seine Untergebenen bald alle Betrüger!
13 Der Arme und sein Ausbeuter haben eins gemeinsam: Es ist der Herr, der beiden das Augenlicht gab!
14 Wenn ein König die Armen gerecht behandelt, dann steht seine Regierung fest und sicher.
15 Strenge Erziehung bringt ein Kind zur Vernunft. Ein Kind, das sich selbst überlassen wird, macht seinen Eltern Schande.
16 Je mehr gottlose Menschen, desto mehr Verbrechen. Wer aber Gott vertraut, wird den Untergang dieser Leute erleben.
17 Erziehe dein Kind mit Strenge! Dann wird es dir viel Freude machen.
18 Ohne Gottes Weisung verwildert ein Volk; doch es blüht auf, wenn es Gottes Gesetz befolgt!
19 Einen Sklaven kannst du nicht mit Worten allein ermahnen. Er versteht sie zwar, aber er wird sie nicht beachten.
20 Kennst du jemanden, der redet, ohne vorher überlegt zu haben? Ich sage dir: Für einen Dummkopf gibt es mehr Hoffnung als für ihn!
21 Wenn du einen Sklaven von Anfang an verwöhnst, wird er sich schließlich über dich erheben![a]
22 Wer schnell aufbraust, ruft Streit hervor; und ein Jähzorniger lädt viel Schuld auf sich!
23 Wer hochmütig ist, wird schließlich erniedrigt werden; der Bescheidene dagegen wird geehrt.
24 Wer mit einem Dieb die Beute teilt, der muss lebensmüde sein! Er hört den Fluch des Gerichts, aber anzeigen kann er den Räuber nicht.[b]
25 Wer das Urteil der Menschen fürchtet, gerät in ihre Abhängigkeit; wer dem Herrn vertraut, ist gelassen und sicher.
26 Viele suchen die Gunst eines Herrschers, doch der Herr allein verschafft jedem Recht!
27 Wer Gott liebt, verabscheut den Übeltäter. Wer Gott missachtet, verabscheut den Aufrichtigen.
Footnotes
- 29,21 Der hebräische Text ist nicht sicher zu deuten.
- 29,24 Vgl. 3. Mose 5,1.
Proverbs 29
Amplified Bible
Warnings and Instructions
29 He who hardens his neck and refuses instruction after being often reproved (corrected, criticized),
Will suddenly be broken beyond repair.
2
When the righteous are in authority and become great, the people rejoice;
But when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh.
3
A man who loves [skillful and godly] wisdom makes his father joyful,
But he who associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.
4
The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice,
But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.
5
A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm]
Is spreading a net for his own feet.
6
By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped,
But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
7
The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor,
But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge.(A)
8
Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble],
But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].
9
If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man,
The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).
10
The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity],
But the upright are concerned for his life.(B)
11
A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger,
But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
12
If a ruler pays attention to lies [and encourages corruption],
All his officials will become wicked.
13
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:
The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.(C)
14
If a king faithfully and truthfully judges the poor,
His throne shall be established forever.
15
The rod and reproof (godly instruction) give wisdom,
But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.
16
When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases,
But the righteous will see the downfall of the wicked.
17
Correct your son, and he will give you comfort;
Yes, he will delight your soul.
18
Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained;
But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God].(D)
19
A servant will not be corrected by words alone;
For though he understands, he will not respond [nor pay attention].
20
Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]?
There is more hope for a [thickheaded] [a]fool than for him.
21
He who pampers his slave from childhood
Will find him to be a son in the end.
22
An angry man stirs up strife,
And a hot-tempered and undisciplined man commits many transgressions.
23
A man’s pride and sense of self-importance will bring him down,
But he who has a humble spirit will obtain honor.(E)
24
Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life;
He hears the curse [when swearing an oath to testify], but discloses nothing [and commits perjury by omission].
25
The fear of man brings a snare,
But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the Lord will be exalted and safe.
26
Many seek the ruler’s favor,
But justice for man comes from the Lord.
27
An unjust man is repulsive to the righteous,
And he who is upright in the way [of the Lord] is repulsive to the wicked.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:20 See note 1:7.
Proverbs 29
The Voice
29 The one who remains defiant after repeated reprimands
will suddenly be shattered, and there will be no remedy for him.
2 When just leaders are in power, the citizens celebrate;
but when evil people gain control, their joys become moans.
3 An adult who loves wisdom and follows its ways gives his parents joy,
but one who hangs out with women of the street will lose everything.
4 A king brings stability to a land with his justice,
but one who makes unjust demands brings it to ruin.
5 The one who flatters his friend
is laying a trap that will catch his friend’s feet.
6 An evil person is sure to be trapped by his sin,
but a man who lives right is free to sing and be glad.
7 The just get involved with the poor and know their issues,
but the wicked cannot comprehend such concerns.
8 Mockers stir up a city and inflame passions,
but the wise know how to put out the fire and ease tensions.
9 When the wise go to court against a fool,
there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.
10 Bloodthirsty men despise those who are honest,
but the just find a way to help them.
11 A fool does not think before he unleashes his temper,
but a wise man holds back and remains quiet.
12 When it is known that a ruler listens to the words of liars,
soon he will have only scoundrels for advisors.
13 A poor man and his oppressor have this in common:
the Eternal created them and provides both with light and life.
14 The king who is fair in his treatment of the poor
will see his dynasty continue forever.
15 Corporal punishment and correction produce wisdom,
but a child left to follow his own willful way shames his mother.
16 When evil people are free to flourish, sin is on the rise,
but the just will surely see their destruction.
17 If you discipline your children, they will make your life easier
and refresh your soul.
18 Where there is no vision from God, the people run wild,
but those who adhere to God’s instruction know genuine happiness.
19 Words are not enough to correct a servant;
even if he understands, he will not respond.
20 Have you ever met someone who is overly eager to talk?
There is more hope for a fool than for him.
21 If you indulge your servant from early in life,
in the end it won’t go well for either of you.
22 A hot-head provokes quarrels,
and one mastered by anger commits all kinds of sins.
23 A person’s pride brings him down,
but one of humble spirit has a firm hold on honor and respect.
24 Anyone who teams up with a thief must despise his own life,
for he is bound by an oath to tell the truth and yet refuses.[a]
25 If you fear other people, you are walking into a dangerous trap;
but if you trust in the Eternal, you will be safe.
26 Many people vie for special treatment from a ruler,
yet genuine justice proceeds from the Eternal.
27 The right-living are disgusted by the actions of the unjust;
likewise, the wicked are disgusted by the ways of the righteous.
Footnotes
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