Proverbs 28:2, 4, 12, 15-16, 28

When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order.

Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them.

When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.

Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people. A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.

When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.