Proverbs 16:10-14 New Living Translation (NLT)

10. The king speaks with divine wisdom;he must never judge unfairly.

11. The lord demands accurate scales and balances;he sets the standards for fairness.

12. A king detests wrongdoing,for his rule is built on justice.

13. The king is pleased with words from righteous lips;he loves those who speak honestly.

14. The anger of the king is a deadly threat;the wise will try to appease it.

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