Proverbs 28 - Meaning, Themes & Application

" The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. "

Proverbs 28:1 means people who do wrong often live in fear, always looking over their shoulder, even when no one is chasing them. But those …

" For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. "

" A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. "

" They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend "

Proverbs 28:4 means people who ignore God’s ways end up cheering on wrong behavior, while those who obey God must be willing to speak up …

" Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand "

" Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich. "

" Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father. "

" He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor. "

" He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. "

Proverbs 28:9 means that if you knowingly ignore God’s commands, God won’t take your prayers seriously. You can’t live in open disobedience and expect His …

" Whoso causeth 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 28:10 means anyone who tricks or pressures good people into doing wrong will eventually be hurt by their own evil plans. God sees manipulation …

" The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. "

" When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. "

Proverbs 28:12 means that when honest, godly people lead, everyone benefits and feels safe. But when corrupt people gain power, good people feel pressured to …

" He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. "

Proverbs 28:13 means hiding your wrongs only makes life worse, but honestly admitting them and changing your behavior brings mercy and a fresh start. For …

" Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief. "

Proverbs 28:14 means the person who lives with a healthy, humble fear of God—taking Him seriously every day—is truly blessed. But someone who ignores God, …

" As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people. "

" The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. "

" A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay "

" Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once. "

" He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough. "

" A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. "

" To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress. "

" He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come "

" He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue. "

" Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer. "

" He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat. "

Proverbs 28:25 means proud, self-centered people cause arguments and tension, but those who humbly trust God find peace and lasting provision. In everyday life, this …

" He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. "

Proverbs 28:26 warns that trusting only your own feelings or opinions is foolish, because your heart can mislead you. Instead, God calls you to seek …

" He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. "

" When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase. "

Proverbs 28:28 means that when corrupt people gain power, ordinary people feel afraid, unsafe, and stay quiet. But when those wrongdoers fall, good and honest …