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Passage Lookup: Proverbs 28:2,12,15-16,28
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When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.
Proverbs 28:2
- Variant Count: 4 (21%)
When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order.
When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, men go into hiding.
Proverbs 28:12
- Variant Count: 2 (10%)
When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.
Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked man ruling over a helpless people.
Proverbs 28:15
- Variant Count: 2 (11%)
Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment, but he who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long life.
Proverbs 28:16
- Variant Count: 5 (29%)
A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.
Proverbs 28:28
- Variant Count: 1 (5%)
When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.
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