The fear of the LORD prolongs days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.

For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof; But by men of understanding and knowledge the state thereof'shall be prolonged.

The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor; But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

Hope prolonged is making the heart sick, And a tree of life is the coming desire.

For they shall prolong the days and years of thy life, and bring thee peace.

For through me thy days shall be prolonged, and the years of thy life shall be many.