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 a king's countenance is life; and his favor 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?
17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.