Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 29:14
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Berean Standard Bible
A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.
King James Version
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
World English Bible
The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.
American Standard Version
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 29
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
14 A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.
15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
16 When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
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