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Proverbs 28:2

5 of 5 translations contain this numbered verse.

KJV

King James Version

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For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

WEB

World English Bible

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In rebellion, a land has many rulers, But order is maintained by a man of understanding and knowledge.

ASV

American Standard Version

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For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding `and' knowledge the state `thereof' shall be prolonged.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation

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By the transgression of a land many `are' its heads. And by an intelligent man, Who knoweth right -- it is prolonged.

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

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A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.