Proverbs 29:16 meaning and explanation
When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
Proverbs 29:16, Berean Standard Bible
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This proverb is a general observation from Israel's wisdom tradition about how power and public life work. When wicked people gain influence, rebellion and disorder spread, because their example loosens respect for what is right.
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