Proverbs 29:4-5
Proverbs 29:4-5 The Message (MSG)
A leader of good judgment gives stability; an exploiting leader leaves a trail of waste. A flattering neighbor is up to no good; he’s probably planning to take advantage of you.
Proverbs 29:4-5 King James Version (KJV)
The king by judgment establisheth the land: But he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. A man that flattereth his neighbour Spreadeth a net for his feet.
Proverbs 29:4-5 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The king gives stability to the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it. A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps.
Proverbs 29:4-5 New Century Version (NCV)
If a king is fair, he makes his country strong, but if he takes gifts dishonestly, he tears his country down. Those who give false praise to their neighbors are setting a trap for them.
Proverbs 29:4-5 American Standard Version (ASV)
The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it. A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.
Proverbs 29:4-5 New International Version (NIV)
By justice a king gives a country stability, but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down. Those who flatter their neighbors are spreading nets for their feet.
Proverbs 29:4-5 New King James Version (NKJV)
The king establishes the land by justice, But he who receives bribes overthrows it. A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.
Proverbs 29:4-5 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it. A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.
Proverbs 29:4-5 New Living Translation (NLT)
A just king gives stability to his nation, but one who demands bribes destroys it. To flatter friends is to lay a trap for their feet.
Proverbs 29:4-5 The Passion Translation (TPT)
A godly leader who values justice is a great strength and example to the people. But the one who sells his influence for money tears down what is right. Flattery can often be used as a trap to hide ulterior motives and take advantage of you.
