Proverbs 28:2

Contemporary English Version 1995

In time of civil war there are many leaders, but a sensible leader restores law and order.

Cross References

Hosea 13:11

In my anger, I gave you a king; in my fury, I took him away.

Daniel 4:27

Your Majesty, please be willing to do what I say. Turn from your sins and start living right; have mercy on those who are mistreated. Then all will go well with you for a long time.

Isaiah 58:12

You will rebuild those houses left in ruins for years; you will be known as a builder and repairer of city walls and streets.

Ecclesiastes 9:15

But the city was saved by the wisdom of a poor person who was soon forgotten.

1 Kings 15:25

Nadab son of Jeroboam became king of Israel in Asa's second year as king of Judah, and he ruled two years.

Proverbs 11:11

Good people bring prosperity to their city, but deceitful liars can destroy a city.