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Proverbs 28:2

New American Standard Bible

2 Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowledge, so it endures.

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American Standard Version

For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

Christian Standard Bible

When a land is in rebellion, it has many rulers, but with a discerning and knowledgeable person, it endures.

English Standard Version

When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue.

King James Version

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.

New International Version

When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order.

New King James Version

Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged.

New Living Translation

When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.

World English Bible

In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.