Proverbs 28:16-18
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,
but one who hates unjust gain will enjoy a long life.
17 If someone is burdened with the blood of another,
let that killer be a fugitive until death;
let no one offer assistance.(A)
18 One who walks in integrity will be safe,
but whoever follows crooked ways will fall into the Pit.[a](B)
Footnotes
- 28.18 Syr: Heb fall all at once
Proverbs 28:16-18
New International Version
16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,
but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
17 Anyone tormented by the guilt of murder
will seek refuge(A) in the grave;
let no one hold them back.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 28:18 Syriac (see Septuagint); Hebrew into one
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