11True measures and scales are the Lord's: all the weights of the bag are his work.
12Evil-doing is disgusting to kings: for the seat of the ruler is based on righteousness.
13Lips of righteousness are the delight of kings; and he who says what is upright is dear to him.
14The wrath of the king is like those who give news of death, but a wise man will put peace in place of it.