In the book of Proverbs Solomon said, “the wicked flee when no man pursues: but the righteous are bold as a lion”, and in chapter twenty-eight and verse two of Proverbs Solomon said, “for the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof” where we read,
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof:
but a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
The verse begins, “For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof:” Solomon began with the words, “for the transgression” or “on behalf of the rebellion, sin and conflict” “of a land” which means “belonging to the earth, country, territory, district, region and ground” “many are the princes thereof” or “great, numerous and abundant exist the rulers, chiefs, officials, commanders and overseers within the land”. Solomon said rebellion and moral corruption within a country or nation has a multitude of rulers.
The verse continues, “but a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.” Solomon added the words, “but a man of understanding” or “however, nonetheless, notwithstanding and moreover a person whether male or female who possesses perception, insight and discretion” “and knowledge” which means “discrimination, recognition, skill and perceptive experience” “the state thereof shall be prolonged” or “then and this being so the condition of the nation or country will endure, be made stable, continue and remain”. Solomon said a person who possesses perception, insight, skill and discrimination will cause a country or nation to endure.
When we think through the words in this verse, we learn through Solomon how important it is for a people group, nation and country to keep themselves from rebellion and sin against God. Countries who refuse and reject the ways of God will not only have multitudes of leaders, but also suffer for their rebellious and nefarious ways. God wants us to be people of “understanding and knowledge”, and He will provide them to us when we believe and trust in His Son Jesus who died on the cross for the sins of all mankind. God gave us Jesus to forgive our sins, grant us everlasting life and bless us according to the abundant leadership of His Holy Spirit who will guide us into all truth and empower us to live according to that truth as we submit to Him. (See John 16:33; Acts 1:8)
Next time Solomon shares about, “the poor man that oppresses the poor”, so read ahead, and we shall join together then.
Until tomorrow…there is more…
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