Proverbs 29:25-27

Revised Geneva Translation

²⁵ The fear of man brings a snare. But he who trusts in the LORD shall be exalted.

²⁶ Many seek the face of the ruler. But every man’s judgment comes from the LORD.

²⁷ A wicked man is abomination to the just. And he who is upright in his way is abomination to the wicked. THE WORDS OF AGUR, THE SON OF JAKEH.