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Proverbs 8:14-16
Contemporary English Version

14 I am strong, and I offer
sensible advice
    and sound judgment.
15 By my power kings govern,
and rulers make laws
    that are fair.
16 Every honest leader rules
    with help from me.

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Proverbs 8:14-16
New International Version

14 Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
    I have insight, I have power.(A)
15 By me kings reign
    and rulers(B) issue decrees that are just;
16 by me princes govern,(C)
    and nobles—all who rule on earth.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 8:16 Some Hebrew manuscripts and Septuagint; other Hebrew manuscripts all righteous rulers
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