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For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
When a land is in rebellion, it has many rulers, but with a discerning and knowledgeable person, it endures.
When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue.
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.
Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowledge, so it endures.
When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order.
Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged.
When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.