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Proverbs 29:12

American Standard Version

If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.

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Proverbs 29:12 in other translations

If a ruler listens to lies,
all of his officials are wicked.

Proverbs 29:12 · World English Bible

Proverbs 29:12 in context

  1. 10The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.
  2. 11A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.
  3. 12If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.
  4. 13The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.
  5. 14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.