Proverbs 29:12 New International Version (NIV) 12 If a ruler(Government Officials) listens to lies, all his officials become wicked. Proverbs 28:2 New Living Translation (NLT) 2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders(king) bring stability. Ezra 7:26New Living Translation (NLT) 26 Anyone who refuses to obey the law of your God and the law of the king will be punished immediately, either by death, banishment, confiscation of goods, or imprisonment.” Proverbs 27:12 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 12 A sensible person sees danger and takes cover; the inexperienced keep going and are punished. Proverbs 10:9 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 9 The one who lives with integrity lives securely, but whoever perverts his ways will be found out. Proverbs 17:23 Easy-to-Read Version (ERV) 23 A wicked judge will accept a bribe, and that keeps justice from being done. Proverbs 28:10 Easy-to-Read Version (ERV) 10 Those who plan to hurt good people will fall into their own traps, but good things will happen to those who are good. Proverbs 28:10 The Message (MSG) 10 Lead good people down a wrong path and you’ll come to a bad end; do good and you’ll be rewarded for it.