Proverbs 20:26

The Message

After careful scrutiny, a wise leader makes a clean sweep of rebels and dolts.

Cross References

2 Samuel 12:31

David emptied the city of its people and put them to slave labor using saws, picks, and axes, and making bricks. He did this to all the Ammonite cities. Then David and the whole army returned to Jerusalem.

Proverbs 20:8

Leaders who know their business and care keep a sharp eye out for the shoddy and cheap, For who among us can be trusted to be always diligent and honest?