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# The ruler who lacks understanding
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The abstract noun "understanding" can be translated as a verb. Alternate translation: "The ruler who does not understand" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
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# oppressor
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a person who treats people harshly and makes their lives very difficult
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# the one who hates dishonesty
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The abstract noun "dishonesty" can be translated as a verb. Alternate translation: "the one who hates being dishonest" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
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# prolong his days
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Possible meanings are 1) this is an idiom that means his living for more time. Alternate translation: "live longer" or 2) this is an idiom that means extending the length of his reign. Alternate translation: "rule for a longer time" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
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