Proverbs 29:6

An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

World English Bible (Public Domain)

In context

Before · Proverbs 29:4–5

4The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down. 5A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

6An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.

After · Proverbs 29:7–8

7The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge. 8Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.