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# The ruler who lacks understanding

The abstract noun "understanding" can be translated as a verb. Alternate translation: "The ruler who does not understand" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-abstractnouns]])

# oppressor

a person who treats people harshly and makes their lives very difficult

# the one who hates dishonesty

The abstract noun "dishonesty" can be translated as a verb. Alternate translation: "the one who hates being dishonest" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-abstractnouns]])

# prolong his days

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/jit/figs-idiom]])