Proverbs 14:28
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
28 The glory of a king is a multitude of people;
without people a prince is ruined.
Proverbs 14:28
International Standard Version
28 A large population is a king’s glory,
but a shortage of people is a ruler’s ruin.
Proverbs 14:34-35
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
34 Righteousness exalts a nation,
but sin is a reproach to any people.(A)
35 A servant who deals wisely has the king’s favor,
but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.(B)
Proverbs 14:34-35
International Standard Version
34 Righteousness makes a nation great,
but sin diminishes[a] any people.
35 The king approves the wise servant,
but he is angry at anyone who acts shamefully.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 14:34 So DSS 4QProb LXX; MT reads sin is a disgrace to
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