Proverbs 28:2

New King James Version

Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged.

Cross References

1 Kings 15:25

Now Nadab the son of Jeroboam became king over Israel in the second year of Asa king of Judah, and he reigned over Israel two years.

1 Kings 15:28

Baasha killed him in the third year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned in his place.

Proverbs 11:11

By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted, But it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

Ecclesiastes 9:15

Now there was found in it a poor wise man, and he by his wisdom delivered the city. Yet no one remembered that same poor man.

Isaiah 58:12

Those from among you Shall build the old waste places; You shall raise up the foundations of many generations; And you shall be called the Repairer of the Breach, The Restorer of Streets to Dwell In.

Daniel 4:27

Therefore, O king, let my advice be acceptable to you; break off your sins by being righteous, and your iniquities by showing mercy to the poor. Perhaps there may be a lengthening of your prosperity.”

Hosea 13:11

I gave you a king in My anger, And took him away in My wrath.