Proverbs 16
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Proverbs 16:10-15

10An oracle is on the lips of a king; his mouth does not sin in judgment.

11A just balance and scales are the Lord's; all the weights in the bag are his work.

12It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.

13Righteous lips are the delight of a king, and he loves him who speaks what is right.

14A king's wrath is a messenger of death, and a wise man will appease it.

15In the light of a king's face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.

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