Proverbs 29:12
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials become wicked.
Other Translations of Proverbs 29:12
King James Version
12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
English Standard Version
12 If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.
The Message
12 When a leader listens to malicious gossip, all the workers get infected with evil.
New King James Version
12 If a ruler pays attention to lies, All his servants become wicked.
New Living Translation
12 If a ruler pays attention to liars, all his advisers will be wicked.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:12
Commentary on Proverbs 29:12
(Read Proverbs 29:12)
One who loves flatterers, and hearkens to slanderers, causes his servants to become liars and false accusers.