Proverbs 28:2 | |
NASB: By the transgression of a land many are its princes, But by a man of understanding [and] knowledge, so it endures. (NASB ©1995) GWT: When a country is in revolt, it has many rulers, but only with a person who has understanding and knowledge will it last a long time. (GOD'S WORD®) KJV: 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. ASV: For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof'shall be prolonged. BBE: Because of the sin of the land, its troubles are increased; but by a man of wisdom and knowledge they will be put out like a fire. DBY: By the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding and of knowledge, its stability is prolonged. JPS: For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding and knowledge established order shall long continue. WBS: For the transgression of a land many are its princes: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. WEB: In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge. YLT: By the transgression of a land many [are] its heads. And by an intelligent man, Who knoweth right -- it is prolonged. | |
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