Proverbs 28:2

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A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
In rebellion, a land has many rulers, but order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.
World English Bible (WEB)
For the transgression{H6588} of a land{H776} many{H7227} are the princes{H8269} thereof: but by a man{H120} of understanding{H995}{(H8688)} and knowledge{H3045}{(H8802)} the state{H3651} thereof shall be prolonged{H748}{(H8686)}.
Strong's King James
By a land's crime, many rule it, By an understanding and knowledgeable Adam, so endures.
The F.O.G
The F.O.G Paraphrase
By the transgression of a land many are its heads. And by an intelligent man, Who knoweth right—it is prolonged.
Young's Literal Translation

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