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Proverbs 28:16
New King James Version
Proverbs 28:16
New King James Version
16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a great (A)oppressor,
But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:16
New American Standard Bible
Proverbs 28:16
New American Standard Bible
16 A (A)leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding,
But a person who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:16
Amplified Bible
Proverbs 28:16
Amplified Bible
16
A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding and common sense [and his wickedness shortens his days],
But he who hates unjust gain will [be blessed and] prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:16
New International Version
Proverbs 28:16
New International Version
16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,
but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
Proverbs 28:16
King James Version
Proverbs 28:16
King James Version
16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
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