NET Bible
"When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan."
— Proverbs 29:2, NET Bible
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.”
“When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh. ”
“When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but 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.”
The one who stiffens his neck after numerous rebukes will suddenly be destroyed without remedy.
When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but whoever associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.
A king brings stability to a land by justice, but one who exacts tribute tears it down.
The one who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his steps.