Proverbs 16:11-13
Modern English Version
11 A just weight and balance belong to the Lord;
all the weights of the bag are His work.
12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness,
for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
and they love him who speaks right.
Proverbs 16:11-13
New International Version
11 Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord;
all the weights in the bag are of his making.(A)
12 Kings detest wrongdoing,
for a throne is established through righteousness.(B)
13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips;
they value the one who speaks what is right.(C)
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