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Proverbs 28:2
2
By the transgression of a land many are its princes,
But by a man who understands, who knows, so it endures.
Proverbs 28:12
12
When the righteous exult, there is great honor,
But when the wicked rise, man has to be sought out.
Proverbs 28:15 - 28:17
15
Like a roaring lion and a rushing bear
Is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
16 A leader who lacks discernment abounds in oppressions,
But he who hates greedy gain will prolong his days.
17 A man oppressed with the bloodguilt of life
Will flee until death; let no one uphold him.
Proverbs 28:28
28
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves;
But when they perish, the righteous increase.
Proverbs 29:2
2
When the righteous increase, the people are glad,
But when a wicked man rules, people groan.
Proverbs 29:4
4
By justice the king causes the land to stand,
But a man of bribes tears it down.
Proverbs 29:12
12
If a ruler pays attention to a lying word,
All his ministers become wicked.
Proverbs 29:14
14
If a king judges the poor with truth,
His throne will be established forever.
Proverbs 29:16
16
When the wicked increase, transgression increases;
But the righteous will see their fall.
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