Proverbs 14:28 meaning and explanation
A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin.
Proverbs 14:28, Berean Standard Bible
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This proverb belongs to the sayings of Israel's wisdom tradition and speaks about a ruler's standing. In the ancient world a king's strength was counted in people, since population meant workers, soldiers and tribute.
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