“As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.”
Proverbs 28:15 (KJV) |
Proverbs 28:15
From Proverbs 28, in the Book of Proverbs (Old Testament).
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He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.