Proverbs 14:28
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28 In the multitude of people is the king’s glory,
but in the lack of people is the destruction of the prince.
Proverbs 14:35
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35 The king’s favor is toward a servant who deals wisely,
but his wrath is toward one who causes shame.
Proverbs 16:10
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10 Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king.
He shall not betray his mouth.
Proverbs 16:12-15
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12 It is an abomination for kings to do wrong,
for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings.
They value one who speaks the truth.
14 The king’s wrath is a messenger of death,
but a wise man will pacify it.
15 In the light of the king’s face is life.
His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
Proverbs 17:7
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7 Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool,
much less do lying lips fit a prince.
Proverbs 17:11
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11 An evil man seeks only rebellion;
therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
Proverbs 19:12
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12 The king’s wrath is like the roaring of a lion,
but his favor is like dew on the grass.
Proverbs 20:2
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2 The terror of a king is like the roaring of a lion.
He who provokes him to anger forfeits his own life.
Proverbs 20:8
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8 A king who sits on the throne of judgment
scatters away all evil with his eyes.
Proverbs 20:26
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26 A wise king winnows out the wicked,
and drives the threshing wheel over them.
Proverbs 20:28
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28 Love and faithfulness keep the king safe.
His throne is sustained by love.
Proverbs 21:1
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21 The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the watercourses.
He turns it wherever he desires.
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