잠언 Chapter 29

Translation: ESV

1

He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.

Key Message

Stubbornly refusing repeated rebuke leads to sudden and irreversible ruin.

▸This warns of the sudden ruin of one who stubbornly resists repeated rebuke.

This warns of the sudden ruin of one who stubbornly resists repeated rebuke. 'Stiffens his neck' means the stubbornness of not turning around despite repeated warnings and discipline. It is an urgent warning that one must turn when there is still opportunity for repentance.

Related Verses

Blessed is the one who fears the LORD always, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into calamity.
11

A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.

Key Message

Immediately venting anger is foolishness; restraining and managing it is wisdom.

▸This is the difference between foolishness and wisdom in expressing anger.

18

Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law.

Key Message

Without God's word and revelation, a community loses its direction and acts without restraint. The Word builds the community.

▸'Prophetic vision' (hazon) means God's revelation and prophetic word.

25

The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is safe.

Key Message

The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD can stand boldly.

▸This contrasts the fear of man with trust in the LORD.