Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 29:26 in English Standard Version "Many seek the face of a ruler, but it is from the Lord that a man gets justice." Pr 19:6 Many seek the favor of a generous man, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts. Isa 49:4 But I said, “I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity; yet surely my right is with the Lord, and my recompense with my God.” 1Co 4:4 For I am not aware of anything against myself, but I am not thereby acquitted. It is the Lord who judges me.