Proverbs 25:2-7

The Voice

² God’s glory is shown when He conceals things;
    a king’s glory is shown in his ability to explore the facts of the matter.
³ As the heights of heaven and the depths of earth are beyond comprehension,
    so are the hearts of kings.

⁴ Take away the impurities from the silver,
    and a good smith can create something of value;
⁵ Take away the wicked from among the king’s advisors,
    and his reign will be established with integrity.

⁶ Do not claim to be important in the presence of the king
    or vie for a position within the company of great men.
⁷ Truly, it is far sweeter to have someone of influence say to you, “Come up here and join us,”
    than to be ordered to some lower rank in front of a noble.
Just because you think you have seen something