Proverbs 28:16 - King James Version (Oxford) 176916 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. See the chapterMore versionsAmplified Bible - Classic Edition16 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. See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)16 The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days. See the chapterCommon English Bible16 A prince without understanding is a cruel oppressor, but one who hates unjust gain will live long. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version16 A leader destitute of prudence will oppress many through false accusations. But whoever hates avarice shall prolong his days. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version16 A prince void of prudence shall oppress many by calumny: but he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days. See the chapter |