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Proverbs 25:5-6

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5 Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
5 remove wicked officials from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established through righteousness.
6 Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men:
6 Do not exalt yourself in the king’s presence, and do not claim a place among his great men;
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