Proverbs 14:28
Expanded Bible
28 A king is honored when he has many people to rule,
but a prince is ruined if he has none.
Proverbs 14:28
Amplified Bible
28
In a multitude of people is a king’s glory,
But in a lack of people is a [pretentious] prince’s ruin.
Proverbs 14:34-35
Expanded Bible
34 ·Doing what is right [Righteousness] makes a nation great,
but sin will ·bring disgrace to any [diminish a] people.
35 A king is pleased with a ·wise [insightful] servant,
but he will become angry with one who causes him shame.
Proverbs 14:34-35
Amplified Bible
34
Righteousness [moral and spiritual integrity and virtuous character] exalts a nation,
But sin is a disgrace to any people.
35
The king’s favor and good will are toward a servant who acts wisely and discreetly,
But his anger and wrath are toward him who acts shamefully.(A)
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