Proverbs 29:2-4

Common English Bible

² When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice,
    but when the wicked dominate, the people moan.
³ A man who loves wisdom makes his father rejoice,
    but one who spends time with prostitutes destroys riches.
⁴ A king gives stability to the land by justice,
    but one who imposes heavy taxes tears it down.