“When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.”
Proverbs 29:16 (BSB)
Context Reading
14A king who judges the poor with fairness — his throne will be established forever. 15A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother. 16When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. 17Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul. 18Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.