Proverbs 28:16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
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New International Version
A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.English Standard Version
A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.Berean Study Bible
A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.King James Bible
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.New American Standard Bible
A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding, But he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.American Standard Version
The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.Darby Bible Translation
The prince void of intelligence is also a great oppressor: he that hateth covetousness shall prolong [his] days.Douay-Rheims Bible
A prince void of prudence shall oppress many by calumny: but he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days. English Revised Version
The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.Young's Literal Translation
A leader lacking understanding multiplieth oppressions, Whoso is hating dishonest gain prolongeth days.
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