Proverbs 29:4

The Flourishing of the Righteous · Proverbs 29:1–27
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Translations

Modern
By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.
Traditional
The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.
Literal
A king by justice establishes the land, and a man of contributions tears it down.
Latin
Rex justus erigit terram; vir avarus destruet eam.

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.

Notes

A fair king protects the rights of others. A ruler who takes bribes uses his position for personal benefit (see also Proverbs 17:23; 22:16; 28:21).

Theme notes and profiles

Bribery and Gifts

Glossary

Hezekiah Proverbs, Book of

Topics

Bribery: General Scriptures Concerning King: Rights and Duties of Qualities of a Good Leader Rulers: Character and Qualifications of Rulers: Wicked