Proverbs 16:6-12 New International Version Anglicized (NIVUK)

6. Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.

7. When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way,he causes their enemies to make peace with them.

8. Better a little with righteousnessthan much gain with injustice.

9. In their hearts humans plan their course,but the Lord establishes their steps.

10. The lips of a king speak as an oracle,and his mouth does not betray justice.

11. Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord;all the weights in the bag are of his making.

12. Kings detest wrongdoing,for a throne is established through righteousness.

Proverbs 16