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12 It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
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Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of a king, and he loves him who speaks what is right.
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Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value the one who speaks what is right.
14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, and a wise man will appease it.
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A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but the wise will appease it.
15 In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
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When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
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