Proverbs 14:28
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28 In a multitude of people is a king’s glory,
But in the dearth of people is a prince’s ruin.
Proverbs 14:35
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35 The king’s favor is toward a (A)servant who acts wisely,
But his anger is toward him who acts shamefully.
Proverbs 16:10
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:10 Lit be unfaithful
Proverbs 16:12-15
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12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,
For a (A)throne is established on righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
And he who speaks right is loved.
14 The fury of a king is like messengers of death,
But a wise man will appease it.
15 In the light of a king’s face is life,
And his favor is like a cloud with the [a](B)spring rain.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:15 Lit latter
Proverbs 17:7
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 17:7 Lit A lip of abundance
Proverbs 17:11
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11 A rebellious man seeks only evil,
So a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
Proverbs 19:12
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Proverbs 20:2
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2 The terror of a king is like the growling of a lion;
He who provokes him to anger [a](A)forfeits his own life.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:2 Lit sins against
Proverbs 20:8
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:8 Or Sifts
Proverbs 20:26
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:26 Lit turns
Proverbs 20:28
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:28 Lit Covenant loyalty
- Proverbs 20:28 Lit Covenant loyalty
Proverbs 21:1
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On Life and Conduct
21 The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord;
He (A)turns it wherever He wishes.
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