Proverbs 29:5

A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.

Surrounding context

29:4 The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it.

29:5 A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.

29:6 By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.

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