Proverbs 14:34

English Standard Version 2016

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.

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a fruitful land into a salty waste, because of the evil of its inhabitants.

When Ephraim spoke, there was trembling; he was exalted in Israel, but he incurred guilt through Baal and died.

Wisdom rests in the heart of a man of understanding, but it makes itself known even in the midst of fools.

A servant who deals wisely has the king’s favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.

For the Lord humbled Judah because of Ahaz king of Israel, for he had made Judah act sinfully and had been very unfaithful to the Lord.

By justice a king builds up the land, but he who exacts gifts tears it down.