# Proverbs 28

- Translation: Berean Standard Bible
- Canonical: https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28
- License: Scripture: Berean Standard Bible (BSB), public domain. Source: Scriptoria (scriptoria.digital).

## Text

[1] The wicked flee when no one pursues,
but the righteous are as bold as a lion. [2] A land in rebellion has many rulers,
but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order. [3] A destitute leader who oppresses the poor
is like a driving rain that leaves no food. [4] Those who forsake the law praise the wicked,
but those who keep the law resist them. [5] Evil men do not understand justice,
but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully. [6] Better a poor man who walks with integrity
than a rich man whose ways are perverse. [7] A discerning son keeps the law,
but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. [8] He who increases his wealth by interest and usury
lays it up for one who is kind to the poor. [9] Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law,
even his prayer is detestable. [10] He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit,
but the blameless will inherit what is good. [11] A rich man is wise in his own eyes,
but a poor man with discernment sees through him. [12] When the righteous triumph, there is great glory,
but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. [13] He who conceals his sins will not prosper,
but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy. [14] Blessed is the man who is always reverent,
but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble. [15] Like a roaring lion or a charging bear
is a wicked ruler over a helpless people. [16] A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor,
but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days. [17] A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit;
let no one support him. [18] He who walks with integrity will be kept safe,
but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall. [19] The one who works his land will have plenty of food,
but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty. [20] A faithful man will abound with blessings,
but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished. [21] To show partiality is not good,
yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread. [22] A stingy man hastens after wealth
and does not know that poverty awaits him. [23] He who rebukes a man will later find more favor
than one who flatters with his tongue. [24] He who robs his father or mother, saying, “It is not wrong,”
is a companion to the man who destroys. [25] A greedy man stirs up strife,
but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper. [26] He who trusts in himself is a fool,
but one who walks in wisdom will be safe. [27] Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need,
but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses. [28] When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves;
but when they perish, the righteous flourish.

## Each verse

- Proverbs 28:1 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/1
- Proverbs 28:2 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/2
- Proverbs 28:3 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/3
- Proverbs 28:4 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/4
- Proverbs 28:5 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/5
- Proverbs 28:6 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/6
- Proverbs 28:7 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/7
- Proverbs 28:8 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/8
- Proverbs 28:9 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/9
- Proverbs 28:10 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/10
- Proverbs 28:11 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/11
- Proverbs 28:12 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/12
- Proverbs 28:13 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/13
- Proverbs 28:14 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/14
- Proverbs 28:15 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/15
- Proverbs 28:16 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/16
- Proverbs 28:17 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/17
- Proverbs 28:18 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/18
- Proverbs 28:19 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/19
- Proverbs 28:20 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/20
- Proverbs 28:21 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/21
- Proverbs 28:22 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/22
- Proverbs 28:23 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/23
- Proverbs 28:24 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/24
- Proverbs 28:25 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/25
- Proverbs 28:26 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/26
- Proverbs 28:27 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/27
- Proverbs 28:28 — https://scriptoria.digital/en/bible/proverbs/28/28