Proverbs 29:2

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn.

American King James Version (AKJV)

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn.

American Standard Version (ASV)

When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.

Basic English Translation (BBE)

When the upright have power, the people are glad; when an evil man is ruler, grief comes on the people.

Webster's Revision

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.

World English Bible

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

English Revised Version (ERV)

When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice: but when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.