Proverbs 28:2

When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.
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King James Version

For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

English Standard Version

When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue.

Catholic Public Domain Version

Because of the sins of the land, it has many princes. And because of the wisdom of a man, and the knowledge of those things that are said, the life of the leader shall be prolonged