Proverbs 29:18

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:18

BSB
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.
AKJV
Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he.
CPDV
When prophecy fails, the people will be scattered. Yet truly, whoever guards the law is blessed.
ERV
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
NHEB
Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but he who keeps the law is blessed.
SMT
In no vision the people shall be unruly: and he watching the law, happy is he.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:18
Summary
Without guidance, society fails; law brings happiness
Event
Vision and law sustain people
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom