Proverbs Chapter 28 verse 16 Holy Bible

ASV Proverbs 28:16

The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; `But' he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
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BBE Proverbs 28:16

The prince who has no sense is a cruel ruler; but he who has no desire to get profit for himself will have long life.
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DARBY Proverbs 28:16

The prince void of intelligence is also a great oppressor: he that hateth covetousness shall prolong [his] days.
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KJV Proverbs 28:16

The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
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WBT Proverbs 28:16


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WEB Proverbs 28:16

A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.
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YLT Proverbs 28:16

A leader lacking understanding multiplieth oppressions, Whoso is hating dishonest gain prolongeth days.
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