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Proverbs 28:15
Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
Proverbs 28:15 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 28:15 in other translations
As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
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In context
12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.
13 He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.
14 Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.
15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
16 A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.
17 A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.
18 He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.
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