Reference

Proverbs 29:18

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
16

When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

17

Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

18

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

19

A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.

20

Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.

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Annihilation / Destruction
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Destruction / Perishing Language
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Annihilation / Destruction

The term "perish" in this context does not necessarily imply annihilation or destruction as a result of divine judgment, but rather a decline into disorder, moral decay, or a lack of purpose and direction. The second part of the verse, contrasting with keeping the law leading to happiness, suggests that the "perishing" is more about a state of societal or individual decline than a literal ceasing to exist.

Destruction / Perishing Language

While "perish" is present, the verse links it to a lack of "vision" (revelation/guidance), not explicitly to the wickedness of the people, making it a consequence of spiritual neglect rather than direct punitive destruction.