Proverbs 28:2
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2 When a land transgresses
it has many rulers;
but with men of understanding and knowledge
its stability will long continue.
Proverbs 28:12
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12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory;
but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.
Proverbs 28:15-17
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15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear
is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor;
but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
17 If a man is burdened with the blood of another,
let him be a fugitive until death;
let no one help him.
Proverbs 28:28
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28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves,
but when they perish, the righteous increase.
Proverbs 29:2
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2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice;
but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Proverbs 29:4
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4 By justice a king gives stability to the land,
but one who exacts gifts ruins it.
Proverbs 29:12
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12 If a ruler listens to falsehood,
all his officials will be wicked.
Proverbs 29:14
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14 If a king judges the poor with equity
his throne will be established for ever.
Proverbs 29:16
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16 When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases;
but the righteous will look upon their downfall.
Proverbs 29:18
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18 Where there is no prophecy the people cast off restraint,
but blessed is he who keeps the law.
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