A roaring lion and a charging bear—so is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
In context
13Whoever covers his offenses will not prosper, but whoever confesses and abandons them will find mercy. 14Happy is the man who fears continually, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into trouble. 15A roaring lion and a charging bear—so is a wicked ruler over a helpless people. 16A leader without understanding is a great oppressor, but whoever hates unjust gain will lengthen his days. 17A man weighed down by another’s blood will be a fugitive to the pit; let no one hold him up.
