Proverbs 14:28

In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:28

BSB
A large population is a king's splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince's ruin.
AKJV
In the multitude of people is the king's honor: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
CPDV
In a multitude of people, there is dignity for the king. And in a paucity of people, there is disgrace for the prince.
ERV
In the multitude of people is the king's glory: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
NHEB
In the multitude of people is the king's glory, but in the lack of people is the destruction of the prince.
SMT
In a multitude of people the king's decoration: and in the cessation of the people the destruction of the prince.

Commentary for Proverbs 14:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:28
Summary
Population size determines national strength and stability
Place
Kingdom
Event
Population affects ruler's authority
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom