Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 16:13
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Berean Standard Bible
Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
King James Version
Righteous lips [are] the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
World English Bible
Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
American Standard Version
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 16
11 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
12 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
14 The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
15 When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
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