Prov.17.26

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Prov.17.26

Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.

Prov.17.26

It's wrong to penalize good behavior, or make good citizens pay for the crimes of others.

Prov.17.26

It is not good to punish an innocent man, or to flog officials for their integrity.

Prov.17.26

Also, to punish the righteous is not good, Nor to strike princes for their uprightness.

Prov.17.26

It is wrong to fine the godly for being good or to punish nobles for being honest!