Proverbs 28:13-18

English Standard Version

¹³ Whoever ^(A)conceals his transgressions will not prosper,
    but he who ^(B)confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.
¹⁴ Blessed is the one who ^(C)fears the Lord^[a] always,
    but whoever ^(D)hardens his heart will fall into calamity.
¹⁵ Like ^(E)a roaring lion or ^(F)a charging bear
    is ^(G)a wicked ruler over a poor people.
¹⁶ A ruler who ^(H)lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,
    but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
¹⁷ If one is burdened with ^(I)the blood of another,
    he will be a fugitive until death;^[b]
    let no one help him.
^18 (J)Whoever ^(K)walks in integrity will be delivered,
    but he who is crooked in his ways will suddenly fall.