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Proverbs 28:16

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16A ruler who elacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

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Cross references

  1. eSee ch. 6:32

In other versions

NIVNew International Version (2011)

A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,

but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.

CSBChristian Standard Bible

A leader who lacks understanding

is very oppressive,

but one who hates dishonest profit

prolongs his life.

NLTNew Living Translation

A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,

but one who hates corruption will have a long life.

LEBThe Lexham English Bible

A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but those who hate unjust gain will have long days.

KJV 1900King James Version

The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor:

But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.