Proverbs 29:4

Hebrew Names version (HNV)

The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.

Cross References

Proverbs 29:14

The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

Micah 7:3

Their hands are on that which is evil to do it diligently. The ruler and judge ask for a bribe; and the powerful man dictates the evil desire of his soul. Thus they conspire together.

Daniel 11:20

Then shall stand up in his place one who shall cause a tax collector to pass through the kingdom to maintain its glory; but within few days he shall be destroyed, neither in anger, nor in battle.

Proverbs 20:8

A king who sits on the throne of judgment scatters away all evil with his eyes.

Isaiah 49:8

Thus says the LORD, In an acceptable time have I answered you, and in a day of salvation have I helped you; and I will preserve you, and give you for a covenant of the people, to raise up the land, to make them inherit the desolate heritage:

Isaiah 9:7

Of the increase of his government and of shalom there shall be no end, on the throne of David, and on his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from that time on, even forever. The zeal of the LORD of Armies will perform this.

Proverbs 16:12

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

Proverbs 8:15

By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.

Psalm 99:4

The King's strength also loves justice. You do establish equity. You execute justice and righteousness in Ya`akov.

Psalm 89:14

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loving kindness and truth go before your face.

2 Chronicles 9:8

Blessed be the LORD your God, who delighted in you, to set you on his throne, to be king for the LORD your God: because your God loved Yisra'el, to establish them forever, therefore made he you king over them, to do justice and righteousness.

1 Kings 2:12

Shlomo sat on the throne of David his father; and his kingdom was established greatly.

2 Samuel 8:15

David reigned over all Yisra'el; and David executed justice and righteousness to all his people.

1 Samuel 13:13

Shemu'el said to Sha'ul, You have done foolishly; you have not kept the mitzvah of the LORD your God, which he commanded you: for now would the LORD have established your kingdom on Yisra'el forever.

Job 11:6

that he would show you the secrets of wisdom! For true wisdom has two sides. Know therefore that God exacts of you less than your iniquity deserves.

Proverbs 14:34

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.

Proverbs 16:10

Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.