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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 unjust gain
The abstract noun "unjust gain" can be translated as a verb. Possible meanings are that this person 1) hates other people's unjust gain. Alternate translation: "the one who becomes angry when other people gain dishonestly" Or 2)he would never want to be dishonest. Alternate translation: "the one who hates gaining dishonestly" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-abstractnouns]])
# the one
This phrase can refer to 1) the "ruler" or 2) any person.
# 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]])