12 When the righteous rejoice, there is great ^aglory;
But when the wicked arise, men¹ hide themselves. ‡

13 ^aHe who covers his sins will not prosper,
But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy. ‡

15 ^aLike a roaring lion and a charging bear
^bIs a wicked ruler over poor people. ‡

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a great ^aoppressor,
But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days. ‡