Proverbs 28:2
Christian Standard Bible
2 When a land is in rebellion, it has many rulers,(A)
but with a discerning and knowledgeable person, it endures.
Proverbs 28:2
New Living Translation
2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily.
But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.
Proverbs 28:12
Christian Standard Bible
12 When the righteous triumph,
there is great rejoicing,[a]
but when the wicked come to power,
people hide.(A)
Footnotes
- 28:12 Lit glory
Proverbs 28:12
New Living Translation
12 When the godly succeed, everyone is glad.
When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding.
Proverbs 28:15-16
Christian Standard Bible
16 A leader who lacks understanding
is very oppressive,
but one who hates dishonest profit
prolongs his life.(C)
Proverbs 28:15-16
New Living Translation
15 A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor
as a roaring lion or an attacking bear.
16 A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,
but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
Proverbs 28:28
Christian Standard Bible
28 When the wicked come to power,
people hide,
but when they are destroyed,
the righteous flourish.(A)
Proverbs 28:28
New Living Translation
28 When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding.
When the wicked meet disaster, the godly flourish.
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