Proverbs 28:15-16

New King James Version

¹⁵^(A)Like a roaring lion and a charging bear
^(B)Is a wicked ruler over poor people.

¹⁶A ruler who lacks understanding is a great ^(C)oppressor,
But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days.

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