OLD TESTAMENT

Proverbs 28:16

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A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

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Verse 16. Prudence. Septuagint “riches.” Poverty is a great temptation to people in authority, more than avarice itself. Calmet.

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