Proverbs 16:13

New English Translation

The delight of kings is righteous counsel, and they love the one who speaks uprightly.

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The king shows favor to a wise servant, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.

Doing wickedness is an abomination to kings, because a throne is established in righteousness.

A king’s wrath is like a messenger of death, but a wise person appeases it.

The one who loves a pure heart and whose speech is gracious – the king will be his friend.