Proverbs 29:2
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
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English Standard Version
When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
New International Version
When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Catholic Public Domain Version
When just men are multiplied, the common people shall rejoice. When the impious take up the leadership, the people shall mourn