Proverbs 28:15

28:15 Like a roaring lion or a roving bear,

so is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

Proverbs 28:2

28:2 When a country is rebellious it has many princes,

but by someone who is discerning and knowledgeable order is maintained.

Proverbs 17:8

17:8 A bribe works like a charm for the one who offers it;

in whatever he does he succeeds.

Proverbs 17:2

17:2 A servant who acts wisely will rule

over an heir who behaves shamefully,

and will share the inheritance along with the relatives.

Proverbs 2:1

Benefits of Seeking Wisdom

2:1 My child, if you receive my words,

and store up my commands within you,

Hosea 13:8

13:8 I will attack them like a bear robbed of her cubs –

I will rip open their chests.

I will devour them there like a lion –

like a wild animal would tear them apart.