Proverbs 16:14
Verse 14 of 33. The 16th of 31 chapters in Proverbs, in Poetry and Wisdom.
10Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.
11Honest balances and scales are the LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his work.
12It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
14The king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
15In the light of the king’s face is life. His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
16How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! Yes, to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
18Pride goes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall.
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