Proverbs 14:28
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.
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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.