1. These also are Solomon’s proverbs that were copiedby the men of King Hezekiah of Judah.
2. It is the glory of God to hide thingsbut the glory of kings to investigate them.
3. ⌊Like⌋ the high heavens and the deep earth,so the mind of kings is unsearchable.
4. Take the impurities out of silver,and a vessel is ready for the silversmith to mold.
5. Take a wicked person away from the presence of a king,and justice will make his throne secure.
6. Do not brag about yourself in front of a kingor stand in the spot that belongs to notable people,