Proverbs 29:2
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King James Version (modern wording)
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn.
Proverbs 29:2 (KJV)
American Standard Version
When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
Proverbs 29:2 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Proverbs 29:2 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 29:2 say?
Proverbs 29:2 in modern King James wording reads: "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn."
Where is Proverbs 29:2 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 29:2 is verse 2 of chapter 29 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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