King James Bible The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. Jump to: Bible Study Tools • Parallel Bible Verse • Bible Contextual Overview • Bible Cross-References • Gill's Bible Notes • Clarke's Bible Notes. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Our Price: $2. Proverbs 29. A ruler who. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues,but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. Read full chapter. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Cross references. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. English Standard Version The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. New American Bible. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues them, But the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Proverbs 28:1 In-Context. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 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. NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Our Price: $13. Brenton's Septuagint (LXX) As dew in harvest, and as rain in summer, so honour is not seemly for a fool. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 27. Proverbs 28:1 proclaims, “The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee, though no one pursues, but the righteous are bold like a lion. Berean Study BibleThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A man who is poor and oppresses the impoverished is a beating rain that leaves [] no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Explore More. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. But the righteous are bold as a lion. - Youngs Literal Bible The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are secure as a young lion. Proverbs 28:1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Read full chapter. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee when no one pursues them; but the righteous, like lions, feel sure of themselves. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The Wicked and the Righteous. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. J. 2 Due to a wrongdoing of a land its leaders are many, But by a person of understanding and knowleThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. New International Version - UK (NIVUK) Holy Bible. 2 When a land transgresses, () it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. Retail: $7. And the righteous as a young lion is confident. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Those who forsake the. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Retail: $19. Thomas Nelson. When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 28 The wicked flee when no one is chasing them! But the godly are bold as lions! 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily; but with honest, sensiblThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. 2 When a land transgresses, e it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 8 But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 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. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. | New International Version (NIV) | Download The Bible App Now | The Bible App | Bible. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so. The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursues them, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous are bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Cross references. The wicked flee, though no one pursues, but the righteous are bold like a lion. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 1 The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one's after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Save: $5. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A. New American Bible The wicked flee though none pursue; but the just, like a lion, are confident. View more titles. In the Book of Proverbs, this is the image we are provided to represent the righteous. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law struggle against them. 4 They that forsake the law praise the. A ruler [fn] who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Read full chapter. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 Meaning of Heb uncertain A r. 2 When a land rebels, there are many leaders; but a person with understanding brings order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. KJV The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. 4 If you have no regard for the law,. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. NIV The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Concordances:The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1-12. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. Proverbs 28:1 English Standard Version 2016 ( ESV) The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no one is chasing them! But the godly are bold as lions! 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily; but with honest, sensible leaders there is stability. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked,The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but () the righteous are bold as a lion. Than one perverse in his ways, though he be rich. 00 (63%) Buy Now. ESV The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. And the righteous as a young lion is confident. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Share. The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are secure as a young lion. The wicked flee when no man pursueth — Because a consciousness of their guilt excites in them a continual expectation and dread of God’s judgments; but the righteous are bold as a lion — Are courageous and resolute, having the testimony of a good conscience, and assurance of the divine favour and protection, and the supports. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler [fn] who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. New International Version. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 00 (30%) Buy Now. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 09. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 7 Those who keep the law are wise children, but companions of gluttons shame their parents. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 Someone in authority who oppresses poor people is like a driving rain that destroys the crops. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Read Proverbs 28. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked,28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but () the righteous are bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though none pursue; but the just, like a lion, are. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 99. ” The wicked have many reasons to fear, but the righteous have clear consciences and no reason at all to fear. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is a beating rain that leaves no food. What is meant by this statement in Proverbs 28:1 'The wicked flee though no one pursues'? - Quora. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stThe wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. 3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food. The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Young's Literal Translation. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its st28 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. 4 If you desert God’s law, you’re free to embrace depravity; if you love God’s law, you fight for it tooth and nail. Cross references. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1 The New King James Version 28 The awicked flee when no one pursues, Read more Share Show footnotes Share 2 Corinthians 8:9 9 For you know the grace of. 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. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. View more titles. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. CSB The wicked flee when no one is pursuing them, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Save: $0. A wicked person flees when no one is chasing him, but righteous people are as bold as lions. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. NKJV One such contrast is found in Proverbs 28:1: “The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Proverbs 28:1: S 2Ki 7:7; Proverbs 28:1: S Lev 26:17; Proverbs 28:1: S Ps 138:3; Proverbs 28:1 in all English translations. Wait a moment and try again. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. Proverbs 28. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28New International Version. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 4 Those who forsake instruction praise the. By the transgression of a land many are its princes, But by a man of. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one’s after them; Honest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. - World English Bible The wicked have fled and there is no pursuer. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn28 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. A ruler who. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Read the Bible; Reading Plans; Advanced Search; Available Versions; Audio Bibles; Study Tools; Scripture Engagement; More Resources; Bible Gateway Plus. Proverbs 28:1-2New International Version. The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are secure as a young lion. 28 1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Cross references. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 27. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Those who abandon Torah. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and kn10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. Proverbs 29 Proverbs 28:13-20. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. Proverbs 28:1 Additional Translations. Berean Study BibleThe wicked flee when no one pursues them, But the righteous are as bold as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but () the righteous are bold as a lion. # 28:18 Syriac. is a beating rain that leaves no food. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 11 Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Aramaic Bible in Plain English The evil will flee when there is no one chasing them, and the righteous are as confident as a lion. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged. 12 She brings him good, not harThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 1 The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are bold as a lion. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 3 A ruler a who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 3 A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. A ruler who. 3 f A poor man who oppresses the poor. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 28 1 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. 90 (30%) Buy Now. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knThe wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. A ruler who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A ruler[ a] who oppresses the poor. 28 The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Evildoers do not understand what is right, but. but the righteous are as bold as a lion. is like a driving rain that leaves no crops. 3 A ruler who oppresses the poor. 28 The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 28 The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Those who forsake instruction praise the wicked, but those who heed it resist them. CEV.