11 A (A)just balance and scales belong to the Lord;
All the [a]weights of the bag are His [b]concern.
12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,
Because a (B)throne is established on righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
And one who speaks right is loved.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 16:11 Lit stones
  2. Proverbs 16:11 Lit work

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