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Proverbs 28:2

Because of the sins of the land, it has many princes. And because of the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the leader shall be prolonged
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King James Version

For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

English Standard Version

When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue.

New International Version

When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.