If a ruler listens to lies,
all of his officials are wicked.
If a ruler listens to lies,
all of his officials are wicked.
Proverbs 29:9–15
If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man,
the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity;
and they seek the life of the upright.
A fool vents all of his anger,
but a wise man brings himself under control.
If a ruler listens to lies,
all of his officials are wicked.
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:
The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.
The king who fairly judges the poor,
his throne shall be established forever.
The rod of correction gives wisdom,
but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
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