Proverbs 29:16
King James VersionSource notes
“When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.”
Context
13The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left bringeth his mother to shame.
16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
18Where no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy he.
19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.