For the transgression of the land [a]there are many princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge a realm likewise endureth long.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 28:2 The state of the commonweal is oftentimes changed.

12 (A)When righteous men rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked come up, the man [a]is tried.

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  1. Proverbs 28:12 He is known by his doings to be wicked.

15 As a roaring lion, and an hungry bear, so is [a]a wicked ruler over the poor people.

16 A prince destitute of understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days.

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  1. Proverbs 28:15 For he can never be satisfied, but ever oppresseth and spoileth.

28 (A)When the wicked rise up, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.

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