Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. CJB. The Message The Wicked and the Righteous. ESV The wicked flee when no one pursues,. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. By the transgression of a land many are its princes, But by a man of. The wicked run away even though no one pursues them, but the righteous are as confident as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, () it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 28New International Version. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Retail: $2. 4 Those who forsake the law () praise the wicked, but those who keep. A. This week only! Save 25% on a PLUS membership with code: FRIDAY Join PLUS Login. but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wise words of Proverbs demonstrates that there are two distinct sides to handling wisdom in life: one side does. But those who do what is right are as bold as lions. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Retail: $2. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The fears of the wicked will come to pass, while the righteous will see what he desires (Proverbs 10:24). Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The very seminal paper from Mazzaferro has represented a real breakpoint respect to the past, consenting to obtain substantially. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. And the righteous as a young lion is confident. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 1 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Save: $5. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. B. Read full chapter. 2 When a land transgresses, () it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 12 She brings him good, not harThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 They that forsake the law praise the. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee when no one pursues them; but the. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Read full chapter. 28 1 The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one's after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law struggle against them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 28:1 English Standard Version 2016 ( ESV) The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Brenton's Septuagint (LXX) As dew in harvest, and as rain in summer, so honour is not seemly for a fool. 11 Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. Home; What's New; About; Statement of Faith;. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 2 Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who abandon Torah. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 29The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. NIV Proverbs 28 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 09. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler 28:3 Or A poor person who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. Buy Now. 28 The wicked flee, but no one pursues, but the righteous is bold like a lion. The wicked person flees when there is no one pursuing, but the righteous person is as confident as a lion. Retail: $19. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. A ruler who. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. THE wicked flee when no man pursues them; but the righteous are confident as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Contemporary English Version Wicked people run away when no one chases them, but those who live right are as brave as lions. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 4 Those who forsake the law praise the. Read full chapter. Thomas Nelson. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Berean Study Bible The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Than one perverse in his ways, though he be rich. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land rebels it has many rulers; but with an intelligent ruler there is lasting order. English Standard Version The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 5. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowleThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee u though no one pursues, v. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Read full chapter. American Standard Version The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers,but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. New International Version. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 99. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. Read the Bible; Reading Plans; Advanced Search; Available Versions; Audio Bibles; Study Tools; Scripture Engagement; More Resources; Bible Gateway Plus. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. A ruler who. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its st28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. CJB. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Save: $0. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 28:1 In-Context. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who. Retail: $7. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 4 Those who forsake instruction will praise the wicked, but they who guard. Proverbs 28:1 Additional Translations. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Our Price: $2. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. (3 A poor person who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. A ruler who. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked run away even though no one pursues them, but the righteous are as confident as a lion. Read full chapter. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. is a beating rain that leaves no food. 7 Those who keep the law are wise children, but companions of gluttons shame their parents. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, () it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 4 Those who forsake the law g praise the wicked, but. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor. Proverbs 28:1 English Standard Version 2016 ( ESV) The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 28 The wicked flee when no one is chasing them! But the godly are bold as lions! 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily; but with honest, sensible leaders there is stability. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. A. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who. 28 The wicked flee when no one is chasing them! But the godly are bold as lions! 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily; but with honest, sensiblThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 f A poor man who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. A ruler who. New Living Translation The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Brenton's Septuagint (LXX) As dew in harvest, and as rain in summer, so honour is not seemly for a fool. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. than to be crooked in one's ways even though rich. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 4 They that forsake. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. KJV: The wicked <07563> flee <05127> when no man pursueth. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and. 3 A man who is poor and oppresses the impoverished is a beating rain that leaves [] no food. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, e it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowleThe wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. About. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee when no man pursueth — Because a consciousness of their guilt excites in them a continual expectation and dread of God’s judgments; but the righteous are bold as a lion — Are courageous and resolute, having the testimony of a good conscience, and assurance of the divine favour and protection, and the supports and consolations of the Holy Ghost. Proverbs 28 :: New International Version (NIV) The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Young's Literal Translation. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1-14 NIV. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. About; Learn About the. 2 Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowle28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 29. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a land transgresses, () it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. Share. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Proverbs 28. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. New American Bible. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. As Proverbs 28:1 states, the righteous stand in bold faith against adversity while the wicked flees in fear, even though no one pursues them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Rotherham Emphasized Bible. 90 (30%) Buy Now. A ruler who. is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them.