Proverbs 22:29
World English Bible
29 Do you see a man skilled in his work?
He will serve kings.
He won’t serve obscure men.
Proverbs 22:29
Christian Standard Bible
29 Do you see a person skilled in his work?
He will stand in the presence of kings.
He will not stand in the presence of the unknown.(A)
Proverbs 24:5-6
World English Bible
5 A wise man has great power;
and a knowledgeable man increases strength;
6 for by wise guidance you wage your war;
and victory is in many advisors.
Proverbs 24:5-6
Christian Standard Bible
5 A wise warrior is better than a strong one,[a]
and a man of knowledge than one of strength;[b](A)
6 for you should wage war with sound guidance—
victory comes with many counselors.(B)
Proverbs 24:27
World English Bible
27 Prepare your work outside,
and get your fields ready.
Afterwards, build your house.
Proverbs 24:27
Christian Standard Bible
27 Complete your outdoor work, and prepare your field;(A)
afterward, build your house.
Proverbs 25:4-5
World English Bible
4 Take away the dross from the silver,
and material comes out for the refiner;
5 Take away the wicked from the king’s presence,
and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Proverbs 25:15
World English Bible
15 By patience a ruler is persuaded.
A soft tongue breaks the bone.
Proverbs 25:15
Christian Standard Bible
15 A ruler can be persuaded through patience,
and a gentle tongue can break a bone.(A)
Proverbs 29:4
World English Bible
4 The king by justice makes the land stable,
but he who takes bribes tears it down.
Proverbs 29:4
Christian Standard Bible
4 By justice a king brings stability to a land,(A)
but a person who demands “contributions”[a]
demolishes it.(B)
Footnotes
- 29:4 The Hb word for contributions usually refers to offerings in worship.
Proverbs 29:14
World English Bible
14 The king who fairly judges the poor,
his throne shall be established forever.
Proverbs 29:14
Christian Standard Bible
14 A king who judges the poor with fairness—
his throne will be established forever.(A)
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