6 occurrences in 13 translations

'Rulers' in the Bible

By me rulers rule, and nobles--all judges of righteousness.

Verse ConceptsPrincesAuthority

Material comfort is not good for the foolish; much less for a servant to be put over rulers.

Verse ConceptsDissipationPromotionSurplusUnfitting ThingsUnsuitable Ruleego

Wisdom is too exalted for a [hardened, arrogant] fool;He does not open his mouth in the gate [where the city’s rulers sit in judgment].

Verse ConceptsBusiness At The GatewayPeople Being SilentWisdom And Guidance

When a land is in rebellion, it has many rulers,but with a discerning and knowledgeable person, it endures.

Verse Conceptsethics, socialGovernmentCivic RighteousnessRulersWisdom, Human ImportanceUnsuitable Rulerebellionapostasy

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