A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Through the terrors of a guilty conscience, as in Cain and others; who fear where no immediate cause of fear is, are frightened with their own shadows; and as Gaal was with the shadow of the mountains, he took for an army of men, as his friend told him, Judges 9:36; they are chased with the sound of a shaken leaf, and. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked man flees though no-one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Contemporary English Version Wicked people run away when no one chases them, but those who live right are as brave as lions. A. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Our Price: $2. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but () the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a land transgresses, e it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Link panels (synchronize references) Go to table of contents Single column Stretch across both columns Show reading view ( Fullscreen ) A. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 3 A man who is poor and oppresses the impoverished is a beating rain that leaves [] no food. Something went wrong. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. NET Bible The wicked person flees when there is no one pursuing, but the righteous person is as confident as a lion. A wicked person flees when no one is chasing him, but righteous people are as bold as lions. Cross references. Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. but the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Jump to: Bible Study Tools • Parallel Bible Verse • Bible Contextual Overview • Bible Cross-References • Gill's Bible Notes • Clarke's Bible Notes28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake the law () praise the wicked, but those who keep. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. Retail: $7. A ruler who. Join PLUS Login PLUS Bible Bible Versions Verse of the Day. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Compare Bible translations of Proverbs 28:1 using all available Bible versions and commentary. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. (3 A poor person who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1 English Standard Version 2016 ( ESV) The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. New Living Translation The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. The wicked flee though none pursue; but the just, like a lion, are. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. NET Bible. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Brenton's Septuagint (LXX) As dew in harvest, and as rain in summer, so honour is not seemly for a fool. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn28 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 c The wicked flee when no one pursues, but d the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Read the Bible; Reading Plans; Advanced Search; Available Versions; Audio Bibles; Study Tools; Scripture Engagement; More Resources; Bible Gateway Plus. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. New King James Version The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the. But the righteous are bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. A ruler who. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 29The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. ”. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land rebels it has many rulers; but with an intelligent ruler there is lasting order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. w. Not only I but all the churches of the Gentiles are grateful to them. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. About. Proverbs 27. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who. (4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law struggle against them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 They risked their lives for me. is. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,28 c The wicked flee when no one pursues, but d the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. KJV: The wicked <07563> flee <05127> when no man pursueth. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 27. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its st28 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 99. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those. than to be crooked in one's ways even though rich. Read the Bible; Reading Plans. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a land rebels it has many rulers; but with an intelligent ruler there is lasting order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Berean Study BibleThe wicked flee when no one pursues them, But the righteous are as bold as a lion. # 28:18 Syriac. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Save: $5. 28 The wicked flee, but no one pursues, but the righteous is bold like a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. The wicked flee, though no one pursues, but the righteous are bold like a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Proverbs 28. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake the. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. J. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. ”. 99 (30%) Buy Now. A. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 They that forsake the law praise the. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Cross references. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Cross references. Read full chapter. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. 28 1 The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one's after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Rotherham Emphasized Bible. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Douay-Rheims BibleThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. CSB The wicked flee when no one is pursuing them, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a land transgresses, e it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. The wicked run away even though no one pursues them, but the righteous are as confident as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 4 Those who abandon Instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1 —. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. But a nation will be strong and endure when it has intelligent, sensible leaders. New King James Version The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 28:1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Save: $15. 99. 28 The wicked flee when no one is chasing them! But the godly are bold as lions! 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily; but with honest, sensible leaders there is stability. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. "The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion". A. A ruler who. Save: $0. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. World English Bible. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. And they will flee as one flees the sword, and fall when no one pursues them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1 In-Context. The wicked flee when no man pursueth — Because a consciousness of their guilt excites in them a continual expectation and dread of God’s judgments; but the righteous are bold as a lion — Are courageous and resolute, having the testimony of a good conscience, and assurance of the divine favour and protection, and the supports. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked run away even though no one pursues them, but the righteous are as confident as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 29. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Home; What's New; About; Statement of Faith;. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 4 If you have no regard for the law,. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Cross references. Berean Study Bible The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a nation sins, it will have one ruler after another. 1 The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 99. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. Proverbs 28New International Version. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Read full chapter. What is meant by this statement in Proverbs 28:1 'The wicked flee though no one pursues'? - Quora. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. CJB. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 1 Evil people run even though no one is. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. CJB. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A. Aramaic Bible in Plain English The evil will flee when there is no one chasing them, and the righteous are as confident as a lion. Berean Study Bible The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1.