Holy Scripture
Proverbs 28:16
Source: Septuagint
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16A king in need of revenues is a great oppressor: But he that hates injustice shall live a long time.
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14Blessed is the man who religiously fears always: But the hard of heart shall fall into mischiefs.
15A hungry lion and a thirsty wolf is he, Who, being poor, rules over a poor nation.
— Proverbs 28:16 —
17He that becomes surety for a man charged with murder Shall be an exile, and not in safety. a Chasten thy son, and he shall love thee, And give honor to thy soul: He shall not obey a sinful nation.
18He that walks justly is assisted: But he that walks in crooked ways shall be entangled therein.