Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 29:2
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Berean Standard Bible
When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
King James Version
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
World English Bible
When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
American Standard Version
When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 29
1 A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.
2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
4 By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.
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