Berean Standard Bible
Proverbs 29:12
“If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.”
In context
10Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.
11A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
12If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
14A king who judges the poor with fairness— his throne will be established forever.
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