Proverbs 28:16 - The Message Among leaders who lack insight, abuse abounds, but for one who hates corruption, the future is bright. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition A ruler who lacks understanding is [like a wicked one] a great oppressor, but he who hates covetousness and unjust gain shall prolong his days. American Standard Version (1901) The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. Common English Bible A prince without understanding is a cruel oppressor, but one who hates unjust gain will live long. Catholic Public Domain Version A leader destitute of prudence will oppress many through false accusations. But whoever hates avarice shall prolong his days. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version A prince void of prudence shall oppress many by calumny: but he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days. |