Proverbs 29:2, 12, 16 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked. When the wicked increase, transgression increases, but the righteous will look upon their downfall. | English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)

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When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

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If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.

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When the wicked increase, transgression increases, but the righteous will look upon their downfall.

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