Proverbs 28:15

As a roaring lyon and a ranging beare: so is a wicked ruler ouer the poore people.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

{Like} a roaring lion and a rushing bear Is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

`As' a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, `So is' a wicked ruler over a poor people.
- American Standard Version (1901)

Like a loud-voiced lion and a wandering bear, is an evil ruler over a poor people.
- Basic English Bible

A roaring lion, and a ranging bear, is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
- Darby Bible

As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
- Webster's Bible

As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
- World English Bible

A growling lion, and a ranging bear, [Is] the wicked ruler over a poor people.
- Youngs Literal Bible

As a roaring lion, and a ravenous bear; so is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 28:15

28:14 Alway - In all times, companies, and conditions.

28:16 Oppressor - The tyranny of a prince, is a manifest sign of folly. Prolong - By God's favour, the peace and satisfaction of his own mind, and the hearty love of his people.

28:17 Violence - That sheddeth any man's blood. Shall flee - Shall speedily be destroyed. Shall slay - None should desire or endeavour to save him from his deserved punishment.