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Proverbs 29:2, 4, 6, 10, 12, 25-27

Proverbs 29:2 ASV

When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.

Proverbs 29:4 ASV

The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.

Proverbs 29:6 ASV

In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.

Proverbs 29:10 ASV

The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.

Proverbs 29:12 ASV

If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.

Proverbs 29:25-27 ASV

The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe. Many seek the ruler’s favor; But a man’s judgment cometh from Jehovah. An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous; And he that is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.