Proverbs 28:16 - The Scriptures 1998 A leader who lacks understanding is a great oppressor, But the hater of greed prolongs his days. 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. |