Proverbs 22:29
Modern English Version
Saying Six
29 Do you see a man diligent in his business?
He will stand before kings;
he will not stand before obscure men.
Proverbs 24:5-6
Modern English Version
Saying Twenty-Two
5 A wise man is strong;
yes, a man of knowledge increases strength.
6 For by wise counsel you will wage your war,
and in multitude of counselors there is safety.
Proverbs 24:27
Modern English Version
27 Prepare your work outside,
and make it fit for yourself in the field;
and afterwards build your house.
Proverbs 25:4-5
Modern English Version
4 Take away the dross from the silver,
and there will come forth a vessel for the refiner.
5 Take away the wicked from before the king,
and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Proverbs 25:15
Modern English Version
15 By long forbearing is a prince persuaded,
and a soft tongue breaks the bone.
Proverbs 29:4
Modern English Version
4 The king establishes the land by judgment,
but he who receives bribes overthrows it.
Proverbs 29:14
Modern English Version
14 The king who faithfully judges the poor,
his throne will be established forever.
The Holy Bible, Modern English Version. Copyright © 2014 by Military Bible Association. Published and distributed by Charisma House.