American Standard Version
"When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh. "
— Proverbs 29:2, American Standard Version
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.”
“When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.”
“When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.”
“When just men increase, the people shall rejoice: when the wicked shall bear rule, the people shall mourn.”
“When the upright have power, the people are glad; when an evil man is ruler, grief comes on the people.”
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.”
He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.
The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.