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When a land transgresses
    it has many rulers;
but with men of understanding and knowledge
    its stability will long continue.

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12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory;
    but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

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15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear
    is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor;
    but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
17 If a man is burdened with the blood of another,
    let him be a fugitive until death;
    let no one help him.

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28 When the wicked rise, men hide themselves,
    but when they perish, the righteous increase.

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When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice;
    but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

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By justice a king gives stability to the land,
    but one who exacts gifts ruins it.

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12 If a ruler listens to falsehood,
    all his officials will be wicked.

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