Proverbs 14:28
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28 A king’s glory is a large population,
but a dwindling people is a ruler’s ruin.
Proverbs 17:7
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7 Too much talking isn’t right for a fool;
even less so false speech for an honorable person.
Proverbs 19:6
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6 Many seek favor from rulers;
everyone befriends a gift giver.
Proverbs 23:1-3
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23 When you sit down to dine with a ruler,
carefully consider what is in front of you.
2 Place a knife at your throat
to control your appetite.
3 Don’t long for the ruler’s delicacies;
the food misleads.
Proverbs 25:15
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15 A commander can be persuaded with patience,
and a tender tongue can break a bone.
Proverbs 28:2
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2 When a land rebels, there are many leaders;
but a person with understanding brings order.
Proverbs 29:12
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12 If a ruler listens to lies,
those who serve him will be wicked.
Proverbs 29:26
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26 Many seek access to the ruler,
but justice comes from the Lord.
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