Proverbs 28:2
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For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding [and] knowledge the state [thereof] shall be prolonged.
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
Because of the sin of the land, its troubles are increased; but by a man of wisdom and knowledge they will be put out like a fire.
By the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding [and] of knowledge, [its] stability is prolonged.
For the sine of the land many are the princes thereof: and for the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the prince shall be prolonged.
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
When a country is in rebellion, it has many rulers, but a ruler who is wise and knowledgeable provides strength and continuity.
In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.
For the transgression of the land there are many princes thereof: but by a man of vnderstanding and knowledge a realme likewise endureth long.
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
By the transgression of a land its heads are many, || And by an understanding man, || Who knows right—it is prolonged.
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily.<br>But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.<br>
For the transgression of a land many are its princes: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.
In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.
In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.
By the transgression of a land many [are] its heads. And by an intelligent man, Who knoweth right -- it is prolonged.