What does Proverbs 29:10 mean?

Proverbs 29:10 highlights themes such as justice, righteousness, conflict when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 29:10 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.

8Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.

9If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.

11A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

12If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.

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Matthew 5:10
Both verses highlight the conflict between the righteous and the wicked.
Proverbs 21:15
Both verses discuss the outcomes of justice and righteousness.
Psalm 37:32-33
This Psalm speaks of the wicked plotting against the righteous, similar to the themes in this verse.