When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. (Prov. 29:2 ESV)
One’s pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor. (Prov. 29:23 ESV)
Scoffers set a city aflame, but the wise turn away wrath. (Prov. 29:8 ESV)
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. (Prov. 29:11 ESV)
The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother. (Prov. 29:15 ESV)