Parallel Bible results for "Proverbs 16:12-15"

Proverbs 16:12-15

12 Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, since a throne is established through righteousness.

12 Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.

13 Righteous lips are a king's delight, and he loves one who speaks honestly.

13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value the one who speaks what is right.

14 A king's fury is a messenger of death, but a wise man appeases it.

14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but the wise will appease it.

15 When a king's face lights up, there is life; his favor is like a cloud with spring rain.

15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.