Proverbs 28:16
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16Among leaders who lack insight, abuse abounds,
but for one who hates corruption, the future is bright.
Copyright 2005 Eugene H. Peterson.
In other versions
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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LEBThe Lexham English Bible
A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,
but those who hate unjust gain will have long days.
Copyright 2012 Lexham Press
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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