² For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof:
but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory:
but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear;
so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor:
but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

¹⁷ A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person
shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

²⁸ When the wicked rise, men hide themselves:
but when they perish, the righteous increase.

² When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice:
but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.