Proverbs 28 in the early church

The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.

Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them.

Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully.

He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.

Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.

He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.

Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.

A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.

The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

A stingy man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him.

Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.

When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish.