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Proverbs 29:16

Proverbs · Old Testament · Chapter 29

“When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.”Proverbs 29:16

What Does Proverbs 29:16 Mean?

Proverbs 29:16 is found in the book of Proverbs, chapter 29, verse 16 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 11 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Cross-References (11)

These passages are connected to Proverbs 29:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Psalms 37:34“Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it.”Psalms 37:36“Yet he passed away, and, lo, he was not: yea, I sought him, but he could not be found.”Psalms 58:10“The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.”Psalms 91:8“Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked.”Psalms 92:11“Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me.”Proverbs 29:2“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.”Psalms 112:8“His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.”Proverbs 18:3“When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.”Revelation 15:4“Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, and glorify thy name? for thou only art holy: for all nations shall come and worship before thee; for thy judgments are made manifest.”Revelation 18:20“Rejoice over her, thou heaven, and ye holy apostles and prophets; for God hath avenged you on her.”Psalms 92:9“For, lo, thine enemies, O LORD, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.”

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