12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.

Other Translations of Proverbs 29:12

New International Version

12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials become 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.

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.