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15 As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
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[AD 735] Bede on Proverbs 28:15
"A roaring lion and a ravenous bear," etc. It can be understood of pagan and heretical princes who often test the patience or wisdom of the poor people, that is, the holy Church, with savage cruelty.

Source: Commentary on Proverbs