Proverbs 28:14-16

Expanded Bible

¹⁴ Those who ·are always respectful [or always fear the Lord; ^Lalways fear] will be ·happy [blessed],
but those ·who are stubborn [^Lwhose hearts are hard] will get into trouble.

¹⁵ A wicked ruler over poor people is
like a ·roaring [growling] lion or a ·charging [prowling] bear [^Cdangerous or frightening].

¹⁶ A ·ruler [prince] without ·wisdom [understanding] will be cruel,
but the one who ·refuses to take [hates] ·dishonest money [unjust gain/profit] will ·rule [or live] a long time.