And Nadab the son of Jeroboam began to reign over Israel in the second year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned over Israel two years.
Proverbs 28:2 - King James 2000 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge its state shall be prolonged. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: But by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but when the ruler is a man of discernment, understanding, and knowledge, its stability will long continue. American Standard Version (1901) For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. Common English Bible When a land rebels, there are many leaders; but a person with understanding brings order. Catholic Public Domain Version Because of the sins of the land, it has many princes. And because of the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the leader shall be prolonged. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version For the sine of the land many are the princes thereof: and for the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the prince shall be prolonged. |
And Nadab the son of Jeroboam began to reign over Israel in the second year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned over Israel two years.
Even in the third year of Asa king of Judah did Baasha slay him, and reigned in his place.
By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
Now there was found in it a poor wise man, and he by his wisdom delivered the city; yet no man remembered that same poor man.
And they 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.
Therefore, O king, let my counsel be acceptable unto you, and break off your sins by practicing righteousness, and your iniquities by showing mercy to the poor; if it may be a lengthening of your tranquility.