Proverbs 28:16,26
Proverbs 28:16 The Message (MSG)
Among leaders who lack insight, abuse abounds, but for one who hates corruption, the future is bright.
Proverbs 28:26 The Message (MSG)
If you think you know it all, you’re a fool for sure; real survivors learn wisdom from others.
Proverbs 28:16 King James Version (KJV)
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:26 King James Version (KJV)
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: But whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Proverbs 28:16 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding, But he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:26 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who trusts in his own heart is a fool, But he who walks wisely will be delivered.
Proverbs 28:16 New Century Version (NCV)
A ruler without wisdom will be cruel, but the one who refuses to take dishonest money will rule a long time.
Proverbs 28:26 New Century Version (NCV)
Those who trust in themselves are foolish, but those who live wisely will be kept safe.
Proverbs 28:16 American Standard Version (ASV)
The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:26 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool; But whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Proverbs 28:16 New International Version (NIV)
A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
Proverbs 28:26 New International Version (NIV)
Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.
Proverbs 28:16 New King James Version (NKJV)
A ruler who lacks understanding is a great oppressor, But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:26 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who trusts in his own heart is a fool, But whoever walks wisely will be delivered.
Proverbs 28:16 Amplified Bible (AMP)
A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding and common sense [and his wickedness shortens his days], But he who hates unjust gain will [be blessed and] prolong his days.
Proverbs 28:26 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who trusts confidently in his own heart is a [dull, thickheaded] fool, But he who walks in [skillful and godly] wisdom will be rescued. [James 1:5]
Proverbs 28:16 New Living Translation (NLT)
A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people, but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
Proverbs 28:26 New Living Translation (NLT)
Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe.
Proverbs 28:16 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Abusive leaders fail to employ wisdom, but leaders who despise corruption will enjoy a long and full life.
Proverbs 28:26 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Self-confident know-it-alls will prove to be fools. But when you lean on the wisdom from above, you will have a way to escape the troubles of your own making.