Proverbs 14:34
“Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.”
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.
Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
The king’s favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
Related Verses
“Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.”
“By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.”
“It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.”
“He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.”
“He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him:”