Proverbs 28:16
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16The prince jthat wanteth understanding is also a great koppressor:
But he that hateth kcovetousness shall prolong his days.
Cross references
- jSee ch. 6. 32.
- kIsai. 33. 15 (Heb.).
- kIsai. 33. 15 (Heb.).
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ESVEnglish Standard Version
A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,
but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
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NIVNew International Version (2011)
A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,
but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
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CSBChristian Standard Bible
A leader who lacks understanding
is very oppressive,
but one who hates dishonest profit
prolongs his life.
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NLTNew Living Translation
A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,
but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
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A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,
but those who hate unjust gain will have long days.
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KJV 1900King James Version
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor:
But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
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