Proverbs 28:2
GOD’S WORD Translation
2 When a country is in revolt, it has many rulers,
but only with a person who has understanding and knowledge
will it last a long time.
Proverbs 28:12
GOD’S WORD Translation
12 When righteous people triumph, there is great glory,
but when wicked people rise, people hide themselves.
Proverbs 28:15-17
GOD’S WORD Translation
15 ⌞Like⌟ a roaring lion and a charging bear,
⌞so⌟ a wicked ruler is a threat to poor people.
16 A leader without understanding taxes ⌞his people⌟ heavily,
but those who hate unjust gain will live longer.
17 A person burdened with the guilt of murder
will be a fugitive down to his grave.
No one will help him.
Proverbs 28:28
GOD’S WORD Translation
28 When wicked people rise, people hide.
When they die, righteous people increase.
Proverbs 29:2
GOD’S WORD Translation
2 When righteous people increase, the people ⌞of God⌟ rejoice,
but when a wicked person rules, everybody groans.
Proverbs 29:4
GOD’S WORD Translation
4 By means of justice, a king builds up a country,
but a person who confiscates religious contributions tears it down.
Proverbs 29:12
GOD’S WORD Translation
12 If a ruler pays attention to lies,
all his servants become wicked.
Proverbs 29:14
GOD’S WORD Translation
14 When a king judges the poor with honesty,
his throne will always be secure.
Proverbs 29:16
GOD’S WORD Translation
16 When wicked people increase, crime increases,
but righteous people will witness their downfall.
Proverbs 29:18
GOD’S WORD Translation
18 Without prophetic vision people run wild,
but blessed are those who follow ⌞God’s⌟ teachings.
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