10A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: His mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
11A just weight and balance are the Lord’s: All the weights of the bag are his work.
12It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: For the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
14The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: But a wise man will pacify it.
15In the light of the king’s countenance is life; And his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
16How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!