Proverbs 29:12

If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:12

BSB
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
AKJV
If a ruler listen to lies, all his servants are wicked.
CPDV
A leader who freely listens to lying words has only impious servants.
ERV
If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, all his servants are wicked.
NHEB
If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.
SMT
A ruler listening to the word of falsehood, all serving him are unjust.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:12
Summary
Leader accepting falsehoods corrupts entire servant group
Event
Ruler's acceptance of deception
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom