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Proverbs 29:12
When a ruler giveth heed to the word of falsehood, all his attendants, become lawless.
Proverbs 29:12 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible
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Proverbs 29:12 in other translations
If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.
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In context
9 A wise man pleading with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no settlement.
10 Blood-thirsty men, hate the blameless man, and, as for the upright, they seek his life.
11 All his anger, doth a dullard let go, but, a wise man, by keeping it back, stilleth it.
12 When a ruler giveth heed to the word of falsehood, all his attendants, become lawless.
13 The poor man and the man of usury, meet together, he that enlighteneth the eyes of them both, is Yahweh.
14 When a king judgeth faithfully the poor, his throne, to futurity, shall be established.
15 A rod with rebuke, giveth wisdom, but, a youth unrestrained, bringeth shame to his mother.
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