📖 Proverbs — Chapter 28 (KJV)
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Proverbs 28:1 The Rwicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:2 For Rthe transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but Tby a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
Proverbs 28:3 A Rpoor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain Twhich leaveth no food.
Proverbs 28:4 They Rthat forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.
Proverbs 28:5 Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.
Proverbs 28:6 Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.
Proverbs 28:7 Whoso Rkeepeth the law is a wise son: but he that Tis a companion of riotous men shameth his father.
Proverbs 28:8 He Rthat by usury and Tunjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.
Proverbs 28:9 He that Rturneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.
Proverbs 28:10 Whoso Rcauseth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.
Proverbs 28:11 The Rrich man is wise in his Town conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
Proverbs 28:12 When Rrighteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is Thidden.
Proverbs 28:13 He Rthat covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
Proverbs 28:14 RHappy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
Proverbs 28:15 As Ra roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
Proverbs 28:16 The Rprince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:17 A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
Proverbs 28:18 Whoso Rwalketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
Proverbs 28:19 He Rthat tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
Proverbs 28:20 A Rfaithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be Tinnocent.
Proverbs 28:21 To have Rrespect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.
Proverbs 28:22 He Rthat Thasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.
Proverbs 28:23 He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.
Proverbs 28:24 Whoso Rrobbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of Ta destroyer.
Proverbs 28:25 He Rthat is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.
Proverbs 28:26 He Rthat trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Proverbs 28:27 He Rthat giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Proverbs 28:28 When Rthe wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 28:1–10 — Righteous courage and just instruction
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Righteous boldness contrasts with guilty flight. Oppression, forsaking law, and leading the upright astray expose corrupt power and disregard for justice.
Key Truth: Seek God and uphold justice.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The ____ flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold …” (Proverbs 28:1)
Find it in Proverbs 28:1 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “A ____ man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain …” (Proverbs 28:3)
Find it in Proverbs 28:3 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “Whoso causeth the ____ to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall …” (Proverbs 28:10)
Find it in Proverbs 28:10 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 28:11–19 — Confession and care for the poor
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Wealth does not prove understanding; confessed and forsaken sin meets mercy. Oppressive rulers are likened to predators, while faithful labor provides bread.
Key Truth: Confess wrongdoing and reject oppression.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The ____ man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor …” (Proverbs 28:11)
Find it in Proverbs 28:11 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “… a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a ____ ruler over the poor people.” (Proverbs 28:15)
Find it in Proverbs 28:15 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of ____ : but he that followeth after vain persons shall have …” (Proverbs 28:19)
Find it in Proverbs 28:19 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 28:20–28 — Faithfulness beyond hurried gain
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Haste for wealth, partiality, family theft, and self-trust are confronted. Generosity and wisdom offer a better way than concealed exploitation.
Key Truth: Choose faithfulness over hurried wealth.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “A ____ man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste …” (Proverbs 28:20)
Find it in Proverbs 28:20 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “Whoso robbeth his ____ or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the …” (Proverbs 28:24)
Find it in Proverbs 28:24 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “When the ____ rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous …” (Proverbs 28:28)
Find it in Proverbs 28:28 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
1 John 1:9 — Confessed sin is met with faithful forgiveness.
This related passage is selected for its connection with this chapter. It is separate from the chapter text.
Reflect and Apply
What wrong should be confessed and forsaken?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. Which contrast overturns wealth as the sole measure of worth?
2. What distinguishes receiving mercy from concealing sins?
3. What is contrasted with a faithful man’s blessings?
4. Why can rebuke be preferable to flattery?
5. What exposes trust in one’s own heart as insufficient?
Notes
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