Proverbs 14:34

Hebrew Names version (HNV)

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

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For the LORD brought Yehudah low because of Achaz king of Yisra'el; for he had dealt wantonly in Yehudah, and trespassed severely against the LORD.

and a fruitful land into a salt waste, for the wickedness of those who dwell in it.

Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools.

The king's favor is toward a servant who deals wisely, but his wrath is toward one who causes shame.

The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

When Efrayim spoke, there was trembling. He exalted himself in Yisra'el, but when he became guilty in Ba`al, he died.