Righteousness lifts up a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
In context
32The wicked man is thrown down by his own evil, but the righteous finds refuge even in his death. 33Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning, but in the midst of fools she makes herself known. 34Righteousness lifts up a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people. 35A king’s favor rests on a servant who acts with insight, but his fury falls on one who brings shame.
