Proverbs 28:2

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

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WEBBE

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

BSB

A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.

KJV

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.

ASV

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

BBE

Because of the sin of the land, its troubles are increased; but by a man of wisdom and knowledge they will be put out like a fire.

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Matthew Henry · Verse 2

National sins disturb the public repose.

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