More Proverbs of Solomon

25 These also are (A)proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied.

It is the glory of God to (B)conceal things,
    but the glory of kings is to (C)search things out.
As the heavens for height, and the earth for depth,
    so the heart of kings is (D)unsearchable.
Take away (E)the dross from the silver,
    and (F)the smith has material for a vessel;
take away (G)the wicked from the presence of the king,
    and his (H)throne will be established in righteousness.
Do not put yourself forward in the king's presence
    or stand in the place of the great,

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

ESV Premium Gift Bible, Imitation Leather, Black w/ Flame Design
ESV Premium Gift Bible, Imitation Leather, Black w/ Flame Design
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $13.99
Save: $6.00 (30%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
ESV Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, caramel
ESV Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, caramel
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $13.99
Save: $6.00 (30%)
ESV Thinline Bible, Bonded leather, Black
ESV Thinline Bible, Bonded leather, Black
Retail: $44.99
Our Price: $28.99
Save: $16.00 (36%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling New Testament, hardcover
ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling New Testament, hardcover
Retail: $34.99
Our Price: $23.49
Save: $11.50 (33%)
ESV Economy Bible, Giant Print Softcover
ESV Economy Bible, Giant Print Softcover
Retail: $11.99
Our Price: $8.99
Save: $3.00 (25%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars