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Proverbs 29:12
If a ruler hearkeneth to lies, all his servants [are] wicked.
Proverbs 29:12 · Webster 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 [If] a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rageth or laugheth, [there is] no rest.
10 The blood-thirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.
12 If a ruler hearkeneth to lies, all his servants [are] wicked.
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD enlighteneth both their eyes.
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.
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