Proverbs 28:15

King James Version (KJV)

As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

In context

13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

14 Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

15 As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.

16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

17 A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.

KJV King James Version: As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
WEB World English Bible: As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.
BSB Berean Standard Bible: Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
ASV American Standard Version: As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear, So is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
YLT Young's Literal Translation: A growling lion, and a ranging bear, [Is] the wicked ruler over a poor people.
DBY Darby Translation: A roaring lion, and a ranging bear, is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
WBS Webster Bible: As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.