Proverbs 28:15-16 Parallel Bible Translations

Proverbs 28:15-16
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15 A wicked ruler over a helpless people is like a roaring lion or a charging bear. Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a poor people. Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
16 A leader who lacks understanding is very oppressive, but one who hates dishonest profit prolongs his life. A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days. A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
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