From Proverbs 28
Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes;
But by a man of understanding and knowledge
Right will be prolonged.
Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes;
But by a man of understanding and knowledge
Right will be prolonged.
One who turns away his ear from hearing the law,
Even his prayer is an abomination.
The rich man is wise in his own eyes,
But the poor who has understanding searches him out.
He who covers his sins will not prosper,
But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy.
He who rebukes a man will find more favor afterward
Than he who flatters with the tongue.
He who is of a proud heart stirs up strife,
But he who trusts in the LORD will be prospered.
He who trusts in his own heart is a fool,
But whoever walks wisely will be delivered.