² In rebellion, a land has many rulers,
    but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory;
    but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹⁵ As a roaring lion or a charging bear,
    so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
¹⁶ A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment.
    One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.
¹⁷ A man who is tormented by life blood will be a fugitive until death;
    no one will support him.

²⁸ When the wicked rise, men hide themselves;
    but when they perish, the righteous thrive.