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28:1  The wicked run when no one is chasing them, but an honest person is as brave as a lion.
28:2  When a nation sins, it will have one ruler after another. But a nation will be strong and endure when it has intelligent, sensible leaders.
28:3  Someone in authority who oppresses poor people is like a driving rain that destroys the crops.
28:4  If you have no regard for the law, you are on the side of the wicked; but if you obey it, you are against them.
28:5  Evil people do not know what justice is, but those who worship the Lord understand it well.
28:6  Better to be poor and honest than rich and dishonest.
28:7  Young people who obey the law are intelligent. Those who make friends with good-for-nothings are a disgrace to their parents.
28:8  If you get rich by charging interest and taking advantage of people, your wealth will go to someone who is kind to the poor.
28:9  If you do not obey the law, God will find your prayers too hateful to hear.
28:10  If you trick an honest person into doing evil, you will fall into your own trap. The innocent will be well rewarded.
28:11  Rich people always think they are wise, but a poor person who has insight into character knows better.
28:12  When good people come to power, everybody celebrates, but when bad people rule, people stay in hiding.
28:13  You will never succeed in life if you try to hide your sins. Confess them and give them up; then God will show mercy to you.
28:14  Always obey the Lord and you will be happy. If you are stubborn, you will be ruined.
28:15  Poor people are helpless against a wicked ruler; he is as dangerous as a growling lion or a prowling bear.
28:16  A ruler without good sense will be a cruel tyrant. One who hates dishonesty will rule a long time.
28:17  Someone guilty of murder is digging his own grave as fast as he can. Don't try to stop him.
28:18  Be honest and you will be safe. If you are dishonest, you will suddenly fall.
28:19  A hard-working farmer has plenty to eat. People who waste time will always be poor.
28:20  Honest people will lead a full, happy life. But if you are in a hurry to get rich, you are going to be punished.
28:21  Prejudice is wrong. But some judges will do wrong to get even the smallest bribe.
28:22  Selfish people are in such a hurry to get rich that they do not know when poverty is about to strike.
28:23  Correct someone, and afterward he will appreciate it more than flattery.
28:24  Anyone who thinks it isn't wrong to steal from his parents is no better than a common thief.
28:25  Selfishness only causes trouble. You are much better off to trust the Lord.
28:26  It is foolish to follow your own opinions. Be safe, and follow the teachings of wiser people.
28:27  Give to the poor and you will never be in need. If you close your eyes to the poor, many people will curse you.
28:28  People stay in hiding when the wicked come to power. But when they fall from power, the righteous will rule again.