Proverbs 29:2

King James Version

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.

Berean Standard Bible

When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

World English Bible

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

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