Proverbs 29:12

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If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

World English Bible (WEB)

If a ruler{H4910}{(H8802)} hearken{H7181}{(H8688)} to lies{H1697}{H8267}, all his servants{H8334}{(H8764)} are wicked{H7563}.

Strong's King James

A ruler listening to a deceitful matter, All his servant are guilty.

The F.O.G

The F.O.G Paraphrase

A ruler who is attending to lying words, All his ministers are wicked.

Young's Literal Translation

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