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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 29) Proverbs 29:2 KJV
"When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn."
Proverbs 29:2 in Context (Verses 1–5 KJV)
1
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.*
2
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. *
3
Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
4
The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.*
5
A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.