10 That they may offer sacrifices of sweet savours unto the God of heaven, and pray for the life of the king, and of his sons.

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10 so that they may offer sacrifices pleasing to the God of heaven and pray for the well-being of the king and his sons.(A)

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13 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

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Submission to Governing Authorities

13 Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities,(A) for there is no authority except that which God has established.(B) The authorities that exist have been established by God.

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For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

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for kings and all those in authority,(A) that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness(B) and holiness.

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