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“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” King James Version (KJV)

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Proverbs 29:2 Context

1He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 2When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. 3Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance. 4The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it. 5A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.

"When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn." Proverbs 29:2 KJV Copy Print Similar Verses Save

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Translation Details for Proverbs 29:2

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.

Other Translations for Proverbs 29:2

When the righteous are in authoritie, the people reioyce: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourne.- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible ScanWhen the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan.- New American Standard Version (1995)When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.- American Standard Version (1901)When the upright have power, the people are glad; when an evil man is ruler, grief comes on the people.- Basic English BibleWhen the righteous increase, the people rejoice; but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.- Darby BibleWhen the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. - Webster's BibleWhen the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.- World English BibleIn the multiplying of the righteous the people rejoice, And in the ruling of the wicked the people sigh.- Youngs Literal Bible When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; but when the wicked beareth rule, the people sigh.- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Bible Commentary for Proverbs 29:2

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 29:2

29:4 Judgment - By the free and impartial exercise of justice. Gifts - Bribes.View more Proverbs 29:2 meaning, interpretation, and commentary...Proverbs 29:2 meaning

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