28 In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.

Other Translations of Proverbs 14:28

New International Version

28 A large population is a king's glory, but without subjects a prince is ruined.

English Standard Version

28 In a multitude of people is the glory of a king, but without people a prince is ruined.

The Message

28 The mark of a good leader is loyal followers; leadership is nothing without a following.

New King James Version

28 In a multitude of people is a king's honor, But in the lack of people is the downfall of a prince.

New Living Translation

28 A growing population is a king's glory; a prince without subjects has nothing.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:28

Commentary on Proverbs 14:28

(Read Proverbs 14:28)

Let all that wish well to the kingdom of Christ, do what they can, that many may be added to his church.